Kempton Oct 15th

[silva]

One was refinished as Richard explained - it was fitted with a dummy non original magazine, which enhanced its appearance somewhat. I first saw this rifle at Birmingham earlier this year, when it was priced at £5,000. I know the seller enjoys a joke and I remember saying I wouldn't pay 10% of that price due to the high gloss finish. Looks like the price is steadily decreasing but it has a long way to go yet!

The other one was in original used condition, which was way more preferable. It sold within an hour but I'm not sure how much for. The rifle's new owner seemed pleased as punch when he told me what he had bought. I photographed both and no doubt Binners will host pics on the show's website in due course.

Kind regards,

John

Refinished one on the stand next to me at £3300

Many thanks for the replies - After 20 years of looking for one to come out of the woodwork - I'm starting to think I might have to bite the pellet and cough up for one