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02-26-2011, 07:25 AM
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Helping others get started
As some of us approach the finish line, I was wondering if you folks have ever helped others get stared in collecting military surplus arms. There are a few shooters that come to our monthly rifle matches that are very fond of surplus arms. The prices and limited availability of surplus arms often makes it hard for new folks to get started. I have helped some shooters get decent 1903 Springfields,'98 Mausers, 1917 Enfields and others. They appreciate the assistance and use these rifles on a regular basis. I am glad to help. Take care...
Joe 
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02-26-2011, 06:16 PM
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Joe,
Yep, the FINISH LINE is getting closer, day by day, for us older guys. That being said, Yes, I have helped newbies get into gun collecting of militay arms. The biggest problem of WWII collectors is: Fewer arms and VERY high prices! We are fortunate that we lived the "Glory Days" of military arms collecting, rifles and pistols, in the $12.00 -$35.00 range. Naturally, we did not have the money to buy into the really neat stuff in 1961. In 2011, Very Good + military surplus arms are very costly presupposing they are ORIGINAL and not "Parts Guns" assembled by vendors looking for a sale. Today is a poor start to build a WWII collection. The nice stuff is long gone into private collections and the dregs are what they are. Watch the "Penny Saver" papers and snag the old, very good stuff when you can. Adam
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Adam Helmer
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