ocabj
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The VZ24 I ordered from Empire Arms finally came in today. Technically it came in Monday, but a snafu by UPS delayed me receiving it until now (long story with lots of expletives).
Anyway, I cracked the box open this evening and it is a sight to behold. The stock is in beautiful condition. There are some dings but overall the stock looks new. Bluing is incredible. I couldn't detect any blemishes.
I paid $189 after shipping. I think AIM is slightly cheaper, but I wanted to try out Empire Arms after hearing the glowing reviews by previous customers of Empire Arms. The condition of this rifle is immaculate. I bought this with the thought that I may use the receiver to make a sporterized Mauser, but after I saw the great condition it is in, I don't think I can bear to sporterize it. I guess I'll have to get a Czech 98/22 or a Mauser with a beater stock so I don't feel as bad sporterizing the receiver.
Man, now I'm looking into getting another 91/30 but through Empire. A Tula hex receiver would be great.
Must...wait...till...next...paycheck...Must...control...spending...augh!
I would have taken pictures but I usually leave my digital camera in my office drawer at work.
Anyway, I cracked the box open this evening and it is a sight to behold. The stock is in beautiful condition. There are some dings but overall the stock looks new. Bluing is incredible. I couldn't detect any blemishes.
I paid $189 after shipping. I think AIM is slightly cheaper, but I wanted to try out Empire Arms after hearing the glowing reviews by previous customers of Empire Arms. The condition of this rifle is immaculate. I bought this with the thought that I may use the receiver to make a sporterized Mauser, but after I saw the great condition it is in, I don't think I can bear to sporterize it. I guess I'll have to get a Czech 98/22 or a Mauser with a beater stock so I don't feel as bad sporterizing the receiver.
Man, now I'm looking into getting another 91/30 but through Empire. A Tula hex receiver would be great.
Must...wait...till...next...paycheck...Must...control...spending...augh!
I would have taken pictures but I usually leave my digital camera in my office drawer at work.
. Is there cosmoline on it?