I just picked up a Mariln 39M from 1960. Got is from the estate of a WWII flying ace that retired as a Brig General. Came with an old leather shoulder strap too. I shoot targets in my yard with my son using the new CCI quiet rounds. Less noise than an air gun. Really fun little 22 rifle.
That single action sixgun with the scope is hilarious. Impressive collection!Originally Posted by Monsignore
Here's an old shot of my collection. I may post more and newer pics another time.
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Probably one of the most accurate rifles made. Octagon or round barrel?
Round barrel, the micro groove works great. I like how it doesn't have a safety, up to the shooter to make sure instead. The octogonal barrels are really nice too. I now like buying used guns with just a little bit of wear...for ~half the original price. Recently picked up a Anshutz 1733 Mannlicher in 22 hornet used too. Also, a nice gun.
I haven't bought a new in box gun for years. Too many very nice older guns with a little bit of honest wear. Plus, as you discovered with the lack of a safety on your M39, not all new improvements make the guns better. I'd love to have an older M39 with an octagon barrel but they are commanding outrageous prices - much more than I would want to spend on a .22.
Go for the Mountie like I did, still pretty reasonable...but seem to be increasing in price lately since they haven't made them in awhile. I like the shorter barrel myself...great light rifle to take to a hike.
VERY nice, you must have a large safe or display case!That single action sixgun with the scope is hilarious. Impressive collection!
Here's an old shot of my collection. I may post more and newer pics another time.
Thanks!I no longer have the SKS at the top, and I completely re-vamped the hunting rifle just below the Lee Enfield into a sweet varmint/target rifle with a heavy barrel and laminate stock. The collection barely fits in my narrow gun safe
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I won't be keeping these, had them made up for a fund raiser auction, but I thought you folks might appreciate them:
OK here goes, this is the pistol collection, for the most part:
Semi Autos, top to bottom:
Browning Hi Power 9mm (IMHO THE best pistol ever made)
CZ82 9x18
Walther P99 S&W .40
Makarov 9x18
Walther PK380
Revolvers:
Nagant 7.62 Colt Diamondback .38 Special
Colt Army Single Action .45 Ruger .357
I'll try and get around to rifles and shotguns later on, but this is a start. Hope you enjoy!
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