Retired Mod & Airgun Anorak Extraordinaire
A Lincoln Jefferies 1907 'H' model with a shotgun stock, an AIRGUNAID SP5 .20 cal Hunter, and a genuine one of 110 Webley & Scott Special Edition Vulcan circa 1979 ... Err, hang on, I've already got one of each of them in my modest collection, so guess, notwithstanding getting MY old Sterling HR81 in a walnut overcoat back where he belongs, seems I have most of my wish-list, already (but we all know, as collectors, that 'that' particular scenario won't last lol) ...
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Done my bit for the BBS: http://www.airgunbbs.com/showthread....-being-a-mod- now Im a game-keeper turned poacher.
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Fair enough Gareth - but this is about your 'Holy Grail' rifle - the one you seek but don't ever expect to get but live in hope!Originally Posted by Gareth W-B
A Lincoln Jefferies 1907 'H' model with a shotgun stock, an AIRGUNAID SP5 .20 cal Hunter, and a genuine one of 110 Webley & Scott Special Edition Vulcan circa 1979 ... Err, hang on, I've already got one of each of them in my modest collection, so guess, notwithstanding getting MY old Sterling HR81 in a walnut overcoat back where he belongs, seems I have most of my wish-list, already (but we all know, as collectors, that 'that' particular scenario won't last lol
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ASM
I am a Man of La Northumberlandia, a true Knight and spend my days on my Quest (my duty nay privilege!) and fighting dragons and unbeatable foe, to right the unrightable wrongs, to bear with unbearable sorrow and dreaming my impossible dreams.
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Most holy grail air rifles are ultimately with patience and a bit of luck attainable.There are a couple I fancy,but right at the top of my list would be one of these,
http://www.network54.com/Forum/57566...nese+Air+Rifle
ATB.
It don't mean a thing, if it ain't got a Spring
For air rifles, probably a Whiscombe but I dont really lust after one.
I have a freind who when chasing something, he really sets his stall out to get it and almost never fails !
His pursuit is vintage fishing tackle and he recently sought, found and shelled out £3.4k for a landing net made and owned by a famous carp angler !
I have no desire to go to those lengths for a "Whizzer" but if I did and had the Dosh, I'd take a few tips from him !
An airgun or two
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Like every other bloke,something with both the Weihrauch and Venom stamp on it.
It don't mean a thing, if it ain't got a Spring
Actually managed to shoot a Whiscombe yesterday at the Springer Bash courtesy of Dave the Frame !
Simply Awesome !
Thanks Dave, great air rifle !
An airgun or two
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My most desired were Theobens with the original slim silencers. I've managed to get some real beauties this year and I'm more than satisfied with my lot. I would like a Theoben Olympus if any of you can help!
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Curse this thread and CURSE YOU mrto !!!
Most holy grail air rifles are ultimately with patience and a bit of luck attainable.There are a couple I fancy,but right at the top of my list would be one of these,
http://www.network54.com/Forum/57566...nese+Air+Rifle
ATB.... Scrap my closing comment on my above post, as now want one of these, too (knew it wouldn't be long
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Done my bit for the BBS: http://www.airgunbbs.com/showthread....-being-a-mod- now Im a game-keeper turned poacher.
Makes Scrooge look Happy and Generous!
Nice looking rifle that!Most holy grail air rifles are ultimately with patience and a bit of luck attainable.There are a couple I fancy,but right at the top of my list would be one of these,
http://www.network54.com/Forum/57566...nese+Air+Rifle
ATB.
ASM
I am a Man of La Northumberlandia, a true Knight and spend my days on my Quest (my duty nay privilege!) and fighting dragons and unbeatable foe, to right the unrightable wrongs, to bear with unbearable sorrow and dreaming my impossible dreams.
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A Girandoni:
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But probably one of the few hand built reproductions I can shoot.
The BSA Military, saw one at a Airgun show this year, only $3500.
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With a reproduction tank, there's no reason why a good condition original couldn't be shot. It's only the "G" marked guns that go for big bucks from what I've seen. Unmarked examples seem to go for reasonable numbers. English maker marked models (especially Staudenmayer, Mortimer) go for more. Imo, the finest airguns from this era are the later Staudenmayer examples - which are of his own unique design rather than the classic model (as described by Baker/Currie) which I refer to as the Nemetz improved Girandoni.
Years ago, I decided that I wanted an example of the really great British large bore pneumatics, but, figuring excess would prove financially ruinous, only one example was decided upon. With that, I decided upon an excellent condition, cased example of a London air cane. Found one at a local gun show, in fact this gun had been offered to Larry Hanusch who passed up on because of the price asked. As I recall it was about $3000 but it was everything one could ask for in a London air cane: nice original box, original instructions pasted onto inside of lid, rotary breech load, large .38 caliber, extra parts, gun in 90% original condition, everything complete, extra parts. And, as I sort of expected, it worked right out of the box. Takes about 150 pumps but..... a bit of real history.
Should add that my decision on a London air cane from attending the New York, Baldwinville air gun show and shoot. It was there that I had the experience of one of these air canes being shot. It was easy to see why they ended up taking over the London airgun market. I instantly fell in love.
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The BSA Military Pattern represents my Holy Grail where air rifles are concerned. Unfortunately, I would have to part with quite a few prized rifles from my collection to make way for this ultra rare model.
Brian
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I wonder how many are sitting in atticks etc Brian?
ASM
I am a Man of La Northumberlandia, a true Knight and spend my days on my Quest (my duty nay privilege!) and fighting dragons and unbeatable foe, to right the unrightable wrongs, to bear with unbearable sorrow and dreaming my impossible dreams.
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Dean C's AA ProSport, which he is keeping for me. Been a few years now since he put it up for sale and then changed his mind. Think we have an understanding, in a good way.
Park 91 with walnut stock. Had the 83 but preferred the 81. Missed a good one at auction last year.
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