I think we can all agree that a "safe queen" is a pristine example of a firearm that sees little to no use which is what keeps it pristine.
I have a couple pre-production 1968 BL22's with hand engraved serial numbers on the barrel rather than the receiver, they have French walnut stocks which appear darker and redder than the American Walnut that followed. Can't tell what you have, might be French Walnut. If it was mint I think a 69 rifle would bring a premium. I wouldn't set either of my 68's free for less than four figures which means I'll be happy to keep them ;-)
I think we can all agree that a "safe queen" is a pristine example of a firearm that sees little to no use which is what keeps it pristine.
I have a couple pre-production 1968 BL22's with hand engraved serial numbers on the barrel rather than the receiver, they have French walnut stocks which appear darker and redder than the American Walnut that followed. Can't tell what you have, might be French Walnut. If it was mint I think a 69 rifle would bring a premium. I wouldn't set either of my 68's free for less than four figures which means I'll be happy to keep them ;-)
No, we don't all agree on that definition...since when did the term "queen" mean pristine. Most of the queens I've ever seen over the years were fugly and rundown. If you google, you will see plenty of folks agree that a safe queen is just a gun that spends all it's time in a safe and not getting used. Sorry I didn't adhere to the 24hourcampfire buddy gang dictionary, I will do better going forward.
This is a great thread! some funny stuff posted for sure! I would say 300.00-450.00. It is a grade 1. A grade 2 has engraving, gold trigger, and checkered wood. the grade 2 seems to bring a substantial premium over the grade 1's. They are great shooters! The short(33 degree?) lever throw with the integral trigger is the Cat's azz........ I have 2 Grade 2's and love them!
It’s hardly a 24 hour buddy gang thing, but carry on. Obviously there’s room for interpretation/connotation. English language is fluid.
Exactly and to further the safe queen definition it is a gun you cherish so much and keep so pristine the heirs will get a good price for it at the yard sale after you are gone!
Y’all are just helping to prove my point with all the fugly queen pics 😂. Dangit I just couldn’t help myself but to respond again. I also edited my original post to use more proper medieval terminology for anyone confused. Ah well at least I’m getting my post count up I’m sure most of you would still accept my money if you were selling a safe queen.
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