[nero45acp]

I saw an article in the June edition of Gun World magazine about Mitchell's Mausers new Black Lightning rifle and I was wondering if anyone here owns or has handled one? I'd appreciate any info/opinions on this little rifle (carbine). I'm considering getting one in .22LR with the iron "M16-like" sights. Thanks

http://www.mauser.org/rifles/black%20lightning/index.htm



nero

[Preacherman]

As a general principle, expect anything from Mitchell's Mausers to be overpriced for what it is - by a significant amount . . . :fire:

[cracked butt]

That's an awfully expensive .22 and it still would be even if Mitchell's had attached a story to the rifle about how it was used by elite SS short range sniper troops :rolleyes:

[Mannlicher]

really spendy for something with not much market acceptance. For that much dough, you could have a really tricked out 10/22 that would probably shoot circles around the Mitchel product.

[byf43]

nero. . .


Set the magazine down and back away from it very slowly. After three steps, turn around and run as fast as you can.

I would be leary of anything from that vendor. (Personal opinion.):cuss:

I wonder if there are going to be 'death head' markings on the underside of the stock? :evil:

Do yourself a favor and get a 10/22 and dress it up. At least you will KNOW what you have when you start and finish.

Just my 2-1/2¢ worth.

[Shear_stress]

Looks to me like a rebadged Excel Arms Accelerator rifle.

[Car Knocker]

"exceptional accuracy" means exactly what?

"M-16 legacy " sorry, but I don't see it.

"lifetime durability" means exactly what?

"A detachable 9-round magazine is standard equipment" totally awesome!

"heavy fluted 18” barrel" and "heavy duty, solid poly frame" seems to conflict with "easy-pointing and fast handling".

Seems like an awful lot of hype with very little substance.

[nero45acp]

Thanks all for the replies. I think I'm going to take your advise and just get a 10/22, and install a Williams peep sight on it. Again, thanks.


nero