..that IS the question.

I suppose Holts can be expected to provide the best possible professional photography - and hopefully the most honest description? However, it would be so much better if they actually provided more pics.

I have one of yours Garvin bought last year through Holts (BSA Standard) which came with peep sight, and which is kept in the same oiled state by me at all times to preserve. I am very fond of it, and believe anyone else who buys undoubtedly treats their guns the same way for the same reason. Isn't this the same approach as cleaning the car before offering for sale?

To date I have been lucky enough not to buy a clinker with any issues - which is why I trust postings in the private sale section from other members of such an excellent community as this forum.