[lionking]

hey sometimes it pays to be a auction/internet junkie!


So there was recnt threads about the French MAS series,about how they were once below $100 and how they had risen in value.Most go for around $250 to $300 that I see recently.

I also heard that they are rather accurate even if they look awkward.So scouring the auction sites like I always do I just snagged a MAS36 for $125 and 35-51 for $175 with accessories,from the same dealer.

Don't know if they are counterbored I don't care,compared to others it was a good deal.They look good and are listed as bores in excellent shape,we shall see.

Guess I need to buy yet another caliber ammo and a French flag ugh?Here are some photos of them from the listing.:DThis takes care of my MAS milsurp need.On to other types again.......


http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa45/lionking_rocks/MAS36/th_pix2050157046.jpg (http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa45/lionking_rocks/MAS36/pix2050157046.jpg)
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa45/lionking_rocks/MAS36/th_pix2050157359.jpg (http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa45/lionking_rocks/MAS36/pix2050157359.jpg)
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa45/lionking_rocks/MAS36/th_pix2048645546.jpg (http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa45/lionking_rocks/MAS36/pix2048645546.jpg)

[wayne in boca]

MAS barrels were counterbored from the factory when new,not to restore lost accuracy.Good prices on both pieces.But you still need a 49/56.

[lionking]

But you still need a 49/56

I knew somebody was going to say that!:uhoh:It will have to wait though,other ones have more importance and I'm about to stop buying for the next few months anyway........I have to:eek:


But since this dealer was being extra reasonable I went and did it.All I wanted was one regular MAS but since the price was right well.


What I need to do if I continue buying is start going for handguns again because all these rifles are starting to pack up alot of space!Don't have a ceiling like Vaarok to store them in.:what:


http://www.thehighroad.org/showpost.php?p=4457668&postcount=59

[Vaarok]

Actually, MAS barrels were all counterbored postwar during factory-refurb, needed or not.

They're good bolt rifles, but I concur, you really need a 49/56.

And if it makes you feel better, I also use the floor and walls.