Jim,

Thanks for the info. I have had several Brownings over the years and still have a few. Started out with a 22 pump (some call it the trombone) that mom bought for dad the year they got married -- 1948. Learned how to shoot with that little tack-driver. still have it. Next was a Belgian BAR in 7mmMag. Good rifle but what I wanted was an 06. Next was a BL22 for my X wife. Then came a Challenger pistol 22LR, then an Abolt 2 M1000 Eclipse in 300 WinMag, then a used BL22 for my younger daughter. Also had an Auto 5 S/A 12 way back when.

Every Browning I have owned was very accurate and well made. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one if the stars aligned. Also have a great fondness for TIKKAs. Have three, all shooters. CZ is also nice and accurate. Got a couple of em.

Preference in a 223 would be to a TIKKA Varmint. Your thoughts.

Apologies to Steve for hi-jacking this thread.

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Brother Keith