*NOVA*
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I started collecting back in 2011. My acquisition strategy evolved over the past four years.
One rule I follow is that I do not sell a gun unless I simply do not like it or shoot it and has no recognized collection value. Learned that lesson the hard way! My first gun was a S&W Model 10 LEO trade in in near perfect condition. I traded it, plus extra cash, for a Glock at an LGS and regretted it ever since. Bought it for around $250.00 and have not been able to find another for that price. Yes, I realize there are other revolvers out there chambered in 357 magnum and my Model 10 was for 38 special only - still I really miss that gun. :banghead:
My son will inherit all of my collection. Last year I got laid off right before going on a planned vacation. I sold an AR-15 because I needed the money. My son was disappointed since that was his favorite. So my next rule is not to sell anything unless he's OK with it.
Strategy/Philosophy -
1. Obtain at least two platforms for every common caliber.
2. Obtain different types of platforms for different uses and become proficient in the use of each.
3. The firearm must have a practical application; either range toy, hunting, home defense or self defense. Range toys meaning I practice often with them.
4. It would be nice to have at least one firearm made by all the major manufacturers.
So, based on the above, here's what I have and what I'd like to get next:
22LR - Have - Savage Model 64.
Want to get a Ruger 10/22.
7mm Rem Mag - Have a Sako FinnBear Deluxe (AIII)
Want to get (uncertain) a Winchester or Browning?.
9mm - Have a KelTec Sub2K and a CZ75 BD Police.
10mm - Have a Colt Delta Elite and a Glock 29SF.
30-06 - Have a Remington 700 BDL and a Savage Axis.
308 - Want to get a Springfield M1 SOCOM, but what else?
357/38 - Have a S&W 686 and Ruger GP100.
44 Magnum - Have a Ruger Super Redhawk
Want to get a lever action Henry Big Boy, I have no lever actions.
45ACP - Have a SW 1911TRS and a Ruger SR1911.
12 Gauge - Have a Mossberg 500, with a rifled slug barrel and an 18" barrel.
Want get a Remington 870.
What do y'all think? Any major flaw in my approach, in your opinion?
I figure a cowboy action lever gun has both hunting and home defense capabilities and they look like they are fun to shoot, but Henry's are pricey.
What other lever action would you suggest, if any?
One rule I follow is that I do not sell a gun unless I simply do not like it or shoot it and has no recognized collection value. Learned that lesson the hard way! My first gun was a S&W Model 10 LEO trade in in near perfect condition. I traded it, plus extra cash, for a Glock at an LGS and regretted it ever since. Bought it for around $250.00 and have not been able to find another for that price. Yes, I realize there are other revolvers out there chambered in 357 magnum and my Model 10 was for 38 special only - still I really miss that gun. :banghead:
My son will inherit all of my collection. Last year I got laid off right before going on a planned vacation. I sold an AR-15 because I needed the money. My son was disappointed since that was his favorite. So my next rule is not to sell anything unless he's OK with it.
Strategy/Philosophy -
1. Obtain at least two platforms for every common caliber.
2. Obtain different types of platforms for different uses and become proficient in the use of each.
3. The firearm must have a practical application; either range toy, hunting, home defense or self defense. Range toys meaning I practice often with them.
4. It would be nice to have at least one firearm made by all the major manufacturers.
So, based on the above, here's what I have and what I'd like to get next:
22LR - Have - Savage Model 64.
Want to get a Ruger 10/22.
7mm Rem Mag - Have a Sako FinnBear Deluxe (AIII)
Want to get (uncertain) a Winchester or Browning?.
9mm - Have a KelTec Sub2K and a CZ75 BD Police.
10mm - Have a Colt Delta Elite and a Glock 29SF.
30-06 - Have a Remington 700 BDL and a Savage Axis.
308 - Want to get a Springfield M1 SOCOM, but what else?
357/38 - Have a S&W 686 and Ruger GP100.
44 Magnum - Have a Ruger Super Redhawk
Want to get a lever action Henry Big Boy, I have no lever actions.
45ACP - Have a SW 1911TRS and a Ruger SR1911.
12 Gauge - Have a Mossberg 500, with a rifled slug barrel and an 18" barrel.
Want get a Remington 870.
What do y'all think? Any major flaw in my approach, in your opinion?
I figure a cowboy action lever gun has both hunting and home defense capabilities and they look like they are fun to shoot, but Henry's are pricey.
What other lever action would you suggest, if any?