Originally Posted by
Airsporterman
Depends how they have been stored - in dry/clean conditions you would hope - look at the condition of some of the boxes for the boxed Centenary rifles - some of them are like new and the rifles are older than the Mk6. (just)
If stored wrongly - they can deteriorate in the box though, really you should try cocking it as the piston can become stuck in the cylinder - some of the seals/buffer washer turn to mush and requires a stripdown to replace.
Buyer beware but good luck if you find a good one, boxed and for a good price. (a good price in my book is one you are happy to pay!
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atb
ASM
I don't think the polystyrene itself does much for keeping the gun in mint condition. I suspect there is something in it that attacks the metalwork. Those I've had that were boxed and mint were still in the polythene sleeve, which kept them seperated from the polystyrene.
Happy Shooting!! Paul.
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