I'm considering buying a higher end bolt action or single shot rifle to pass down through my family. By "higher end" I mean around $1,500 without a scope or $2,000 with a scope.
Of course, at the same time I want to use the rifle. While it could sit in my safe for 40 years or longer and never get scratched, it would have far more sentimental value to my family members if the rifle were used for enjoyment, target shooting, competition, or taking game.
I often look at some objects that have been passed down to me. Their monetary value varies, but it's the connection between the object and a family member that make it truly valuable.
This is a tradition in my family I want to continue and with that said, I'm looking for longevity and utility.
Enter Cooper Arms. I came across this company after researching higher end rifles in my budget. I've considered Sako and Kimber as well as the import brands (Browning, Winchester, etc).
It's my understanding that Dan Cooper founded his company after leaving Kimber. My main gripe with Kimber is the shoddy quality and poor customer service I experienced with their 1911 pistols. I used to own two Kimber 1911 pistols and they would not function and would rust badly. Their customer service was down right rude and disinterested in my problems. Needless to say, I'm not interested in owning another Kimber. I'm hoping Mr. Cooper's attitude is better.
Sako makes a nice rifle, but I don't really like having to deal with a middle man. I like the fact that with American companies, I deal directly with the people that made my rifle rather than an importer. The same can be said for Browning and Winchester, all of which are owned by Beretta.
There's also the value of being Made in the USA. There aren't a whole lot of things I can buy made in this country anymore. At least with firearms, I can support American industry.
So there you have it. Maybe I'm verbose, but that's what I'm looking for
Will a Cooper fit the bill? Is their warranty and customer service interested in keeping me as a customer should any problems arise? Will this rifle be shooting 40 years from now?
Thanks for reading.
Of course, at the same time I want to use the rifle. While it could sit in my safe for 40 years or longer and never get scratched, it would have far more sentimental value to my family members if the rifle were used for enjoyment, target shooting, competition, or taking game.
I often look at some objects that have been passed down to me. Their monetary value varies, but it's the connection between the object and a family member that make it truly valuable.
This is a tradition in my family I want to continue and with that said, I'm looking for longevity and utility.
Enter Cooper Arms. I came across this company after researching higher end rifles in my budget. I've considered Sako and Kimber as well as the import brands (Browning, Winchester, etc).
It's my understanding that Dan Cooper founded his company after leaving Kimber. My main gripe with Kimber is the shoddy quality and poor customer service I experienced with their 1911 pistols. I used to own two Kimber 1911 pistols and they would not function and would rust badly. Their customer service was down right rude and disinterested in my problems. Needless to say, I'm not interested in owning another Kimber. I'm hoping Mr. Cooper's attitude is better.
Sako makes a nice rifle, but I don't really like having to deal with a middle man. I like the fact that with American companies, I deal directly with the people that made my rifle rather than an importer. The same can be said for Browning and Winchester, all of which are owned by Beretta.
There's also the value of being Made in the USA. There aren't a whole lot of things I can buy made in this country anymore. At least with firearms, I can support American industry.
So there you have it. Maybe I'm verbose, but that's what I'm looking for
Will a Cooper fit the bill? Is their warranty and customer service interested in keeping me as a customer should any problems arise? Will this rifle be shooting 40 years from now?
Thanks for reading.
