Gene, I've shot the 121 a little and based on that I'd have to give a very slight edge to the FN. Action release inside the trigger guard is nice and the action movement seems shorter although it really isn't by my measurement. Feel more than anything else.
RTE, thanks for embeedding the photos. Ill have to get my son to show how to do that one of these days.
Mine is no cherry, small dings and scratches. 43 shooter, check out the auction sites, you might be surprised what is being asked. I doubt many sell at some of those prices but...No need if you aren't looking to sell though. I agree that the quality of the machining and finishing that went into these old rifles is unmatched from an aesthetic point of view. They were made to last a lifetime or two with proper care.
