Hmmmm... I would think the Mk1 Airsporter as far as rifles go and the Abas Major for pistols.
Thanks everyone for the answers so far..This has turned out to be a good thread. Who said the collectors lounge was quiet???
I have already quoted my choice for air rifle, however I am now not
so certain having seen some of the other choices.... However I am still sure of my pistol choice ABAS MAJOR all day long
Iconic, short lived 100% English design, with chunky barrel and turn tap loading. Made of billet steel,leather and silky smooth bakelite grips. One of the Holy Grails of pistol collectors. Superb in every way
keep the answers coming....
Lakey
Hmmmm... I would think the Mk1 Airsporter as far as rifles go and the Abas Major for pistols.
My best Rifle, has to be the Cadet Major my early 40s model has a wonderful stock made from ? walnut or could be meranti from my school woodwork class days? what ever, it looks superb its light and shoots with accuracy, is easy to work on and easy for an old guy to use. I can shoot it all day without getting tired...
My best pistol would have to be a Webley target, I don't own one but maybe one day...Dave...
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First or last one of these for me
BSA Airsporter Mk1
Sleek,power,quality and totally Arty Farty and way ahead of time
I'm only interested in pistols, so slant grip Webley Seniors or MK1s do it for me. They look just right, and have the right proportions and weight.
Hi, It's the Webley Mk3 for me.
Marsh.
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My vote goes to the Mk1 Airsporter.........just Soooo classy and elegant!!!!
1st. choice would be a third pattern Webley Service Mk.II, and a Straight Grip Senior.
2nd. choice would be BSA Airsporter Mk.1, and a Slant Grip Senior.
For rifles, it would be the Mk1 Airsporter or Cadet, so nice to shoot and such clean and graceful lines.
For pistols, my favourite is the Abas Major, a nice design, compact and graceful, well made too (and yes, I am lucky enough to own one! ). But then I also like Webley Seniors and Premiers with the curvy grip, I also think that Hy-Scores, especially Sporters, have a certain appeal too.
Although it's a bit 'German' (not much grace or style about it) I also like the Tell III, it has very nice proportions, looks like a good design and seems well made. Not 'sexy' as such as it lacks a certain something, but as German airguns go, probably my favourite.
Another vote for the Mk 1 Airsporter.
I was already to agree with all the folk who had chosen the Mk1 Airsporter, it is very sleek and I love the streamlined look, and I do have 5 of them. But when the Original Model 50 was mentioned it made me think again, it's a close run thing. I think the Cadet works but the Major looks out of balance. For nicest pistol how about the Hyscore.
Ormicron