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In Reply to: RE: should not be fired unless FIRST checked by a gunsmith posted by FenderLover on March 13, 2017 at 18:05:38
Not a collector and don't know much or anything really, about the 'exotics'.
Late war quality suffered for ALL axis powers. Everything from outrite Sabotage to simpler stuff like poor welds and finish.
This applies across the board from small arms to tanks and aircraft.
I woudn't know a Nambu if it fell out of the sky on me. I'll bet getting ammo is a real treat. And if the round was low-powered, getting it rechambered for something better than 380 auto might even be dangerous.
If I could collect a single piece? Make mine the RARE 45acp Luger. I think they made several for US trials and destroyed one in the process. The remaining samples are VERY valuable.
If I had a collectible-style shooter? A reproduction Sharpes would be neat. In 45-70 smokeless. BOOM!
I'd love to join a gun club and see if I could qualify for a DCM issue M-1 Garand. I'd settle for a good condition shooter and put it over the fireplace.
Too much is never enough
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"A reproduction Sharpes would be neat. In 45-70 smokeless."
A buddy of mine and his wife both shoot an original Sharps chambered in .45-110. Competitions take place at 800 yards, but it's all black powder. He does all of his loading with a drop tube, and FWIW, he says she's better than he is. He's one helluva leather worker, too, as evidenced by the photo. That holster is entirely hand made - one of a kind.
The M1 Garand is a fine firearm, although they're not cheap these days. My understanding from a friend (who's a 30-year retired staff sergeant) is that you have to be somewhat careful about the loads you use in it, though.
Terrific 'cowboy' leatherwork'. Lots of time involved in something of that quality and look.
I went to the DCM site and WOW. Far MORE money than I remember. And some grades not available any more. I guess I waited about 30 years too long!
Too much is never enough
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