Just got my greedy mitts on one of these beauties. It is the Loveliest Weihrauch Ever Made! The balance, build quality and super-comfortable stock make it so.

Apart from this, the purchase proved two things to me;

1. When you think you are 'finished collecting', there is always 'Just One More'.

2. Don't buy a rifle you are not happy with just because it is a rarity. I saw a HW55T at the Bisley gun fair a few months ago, with dull blueing, a scratched stock, a totally dry action and a general air of neglect. It was priced at a hefty £375. I dithered about it, went away from the stall and came back, thought 'maybe that's the only one I will see in the next couple of years' and dithered and finally left it alone, feeling that maybe I would regret not buying it. Then, a few months later this one turns up, with hardly any use and in well-looked-after condition with perfect finish on wood and metal .... and £75 cheaper.

Still, need to find some money now to make up for the 'investment!'