by sandgroperbill » 23 Jan 2016, 4:28 pm
Hey, guys,
So, I'm still looking at .22lrs, and I'm thinking of going used as I want something with pretty wood without needing to take out a second mortgage.
I'm waiting to get some more photos in the next couple of days, but currently have a selection.
Most expensive is a Brno mod 2 built 1957 with an original meopta scope attached, all original, excellent condition from a collector, but the timber is a little plain. At $1200, it is at the premium end of the range, but it is almost 60 years old, without having many rounds put through.
There is also a Brno mod built in 1990, so much younger, also with very few rounds put through it. The sights have been removed when fitting the scope (old tasco), but the original sights are still with the rifle and will be included so can be clipped back on when I remove the scope (I want iron sights on my .22).This rifle is in excellent condition, and the timber is very purdy (tiger stripe lacquered and chequered) and from what I have seen, is the very definition of a safe queen.
The same dealer also has just had a Brno mod5, which I am interested in simply as its a model 5. The dealer isn't sure if it's in original condition and hasn't had the time to inspect it properly, yet. If it,s in original unmolested condition and a reasonable price, I would probably lean towards the model 5.
Finally, there's the slazenger model 12. I've found one in good condition with nice timber, and this appeals to me from the historic side, there are already several lithgows in the family, including a 1b, and a model 12 would be a nice addition.
So, I have some decisions to make in the next couple of days. If anyone has any opinions and experiences with these that might help me to decide, I,d be grateful for them.
At this point I'm probably leaning towards the 1990 mod 2 (gorgeous timber) or mod 5, maybe with a slazenger model 12 on top(they're not overly expensive)
Thanks,
Bill