TallGrassHunter
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Greetings Gents, I have been looking at rifles and really would appreciate opinions on new Mausers. No need to have one, or have had one, I will value all opinions - except those saying I don't need a new gun. As a lefty, I was looking at the M 03. It is a modular design, so of course I considered the need for multiple barrels/calibers, and two stocks - one of wood one of plastic. I have never had a modular design. I think it would be an advantage for traveling; 2 or 3 barrels and lots of ammo.
So enough about me, the real punch in the gut was the price I was quoted, $6,000.00. Extra barrels at additional cost (forget price but do remember thinking it was significantly more than a screwed on Douglas Premium). Being the cheap bastard I am, I though who needs a left hand model and surely the M 98, a hundred year old plus design must be less; wrong - listed at $12 grand. I like a nice wood, but have little need for extensive engraving.
Are these guns worth it? There are plenty of fine USA gunsmiths that will hand over an accuracy guaranteed custom rifle for $2500 - 3,500.00 It makes it very hard for me to consider a production gun that seems vastly over priced.
Any thoughts on the matter? Will enjoy and appreciate all comments
.Cheers,
Richard
So enough about me, the real punch in the gut was the price I was quoted, $6,000.00. Extra barrels at additional cost (forget price but do remember thinking it was significantly more than a screwed on Douglas Premium). Being the cheap bastard I am, I though who needs a left hand model and surely the M 98, a hundred year old plus design must be less; wrong - listed at $12 grand. I like a nice wood, but have little need for extensive engraving.
Are these guns worth it? There are plenty of fine USA gunsmiths that will hand over an accuracy guaranteed custom rifle for $2500 - 3,500.00 It makes it very hard for me to consider a production gun that seems vastly over priced.
Any thoughts on the matter? Will enjoy and appreciate all comments
.Cheers,
Richard