Are they available here? I heard they were banned during apartheid and then some political scam was in effect to stop exports. Could just be rumor as I don't know.

They have a good reputation in Africa as solid and reliable rifles.

"When you disarm the people, you commence to offend them and show that you distrust them either through cowardice or lack of confidence, and both of these opinions generate hatred." Niccolo Machiavelli