Nine the Ranger
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So I've decided that once I've come into the money (Which will be soon if there is any justice ) that my next couple guns will likely be exclusively Milsurps with an AR build on the side, best of both worlds right?
So my list is as follows:
Swiss K31:
I really want to get one because unless I'm mistaken prices are rising, the history and story of accuracy intruiges me so I'm definitely interested. Plus the straight pull bolt is really unique and probably a cool way to make people go 'What on earth?'
Mosin Nagant Sniper:
Unlike many I've always liked the lines of the MN, and the snipers are just cool. This one partially comes from my love of gaming where I'll grab a Mosin as soon as possible, the relatively cheap ammo just adds to it.
SKS:
Cheating as it's not a bolt gun. But it's kinda like the Mosin as I've used and loved it in games, plus I just like 'old timey' guns for their lines. It balances better than an AK in my hands and remains practical for many uses.
Lee Enfield 'Jungle Carbine':
This one is less for me, and more fulfilling a dream. My late father found one of these at our LGS and fell in love but just never got the money together to get one. So I want to get one as a dedication to my old man, I like them too but it'd likely be a wall hanger and only taken put with Dad's shotgun a few times a year.
So, what should I look for once I get to shopping? Any tips for checking condition or suggestions? Or just talk about these old war horses
So my list is as follows:
Swiss K31:
I really want to get one because unless I'm mistaken prices are rising, the history and story of accuracy intruiges me so I'm definitely interested. Plus the straight pull bolt is really unique and probably a cool way to make people go 'What on earth?'
Mosin Nagant Sniper:
Unlike many I've always liked the lines of the MN, and the snipers are just cool. This one partially comes from my love of gaming where I'll grab a Mosin as soon as possible, the relatively cheap ammo just adds to it.
SKS:
Cheating as it's not a bolt gun. But it's kinda like the Mosin as I've used and loved it in games, plus I just like 'old timey' guns for their lines. It balances better than an AK in my hands and remains practical for many uses.
Lee Enfield 'Jungle Carbine':
This one is less for me, and more fulfilling a dream. My late father found one of these at our LGS and fell in love but just never got the money together to get one. So I want to get one as a dedication to my old man, I like them too but it'd likely be a wall hanger and only taken put with Dad's shotgun a few times a year.
So, what should I look for once I get to shopping? Any tips for checking condition or suggestions? Or just talk about these old war horses