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Sadly, it's been my experience that many dealers do not have the time, the interest or inclination to go gaga over wonderful rifles like these. It is only the true aficionados such as inhabit this forum that really care for them. "It looks nice, let's price it at X" is the common attitude. A shame in some respects but it can often prove fortunate for others including the OP who got what can only be termed 'the deal of a lifetime.' Congratulations on a gorgeous rifle.

Not all gun dealers are gun people.

DF

I’d hunt that rifle in a heartbeat, good find!

That is a truly incredible rifle Ed! Thank you so much for sharing, I've enjoyed seeing people's input into this beautiful rifle.

Not all gun dealers are gun people.

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Gee DF that's a fact for sure but it is a perfect example of the fact that idiots are everywhere. Well Ed had some luck but he is an engineer and they are used to dealing with idiots so he came out on top as one would expect.. Good job.Ed.

Gee DF that's a fact for sure but it is a perfect example of the fact that idiots are everywhere. Well Ed had some luck but he is an engineer and they are used to dealing with idiots so he came out on top as one would expect.. Good job.Ed.[/quote]
I’m sure Ed’s glad the dealer didn’t research this rifle. That stamp in the stock greatly enhances the value.

Great find, super deal.

DF

Eye candy that goes BANG!

Veeerrrryyy nice.

How does it shoot?

I just spent five days getting from my place in Texas to my place in north Idaho and brought it with me. I should get it out in a week or two.

Ran across this thread today Ed. Wow, what a find and great deal.
Best of luck with it. Do you plan to hunt with it ?

That scope is a good one. I found one to put on my Len Brownell built 7RM on a Champlin and Haskins action. The way he positioned the rings, which he made, not many scope would work due to wide spacing.

It looks good on your rifle. I found the glass to be exceptional.

DF

Man that was a dandy Brownell. Very nice one DF

Thanks, it was a bit fancy for me; I ultimately sold it to a Fire contributor who bought it for his son. At least he's trying to educate the younger generation about finer firearms.

I posted these pictures to let EdM know what I think of that scope. They're hard to find and aren't cheap when you do find one.

I think he'll like it. Agree with him changing those rings and bases; those don't do much for me. Evidently they don't do much for him and I like his replacement choice.

Ed snagged a really fine rifle. I guess it takes ole farts like us to appreciate that kinda vintage workmanship. The younger crowd seems more into black rifles and such.

DF


Edited to add, everyone needs at least one Swede. I really like mine, and although I do have a manbun, a 6.5-284 and a 26 Nos, the Swede is an appreciated classic, proudly holding it's own in my safe.

That's a beautiful Goens that you'll enjoy the remainder of your days. Congratulations on finding such a beautiful creation by a top shelf artisan!

That’s a beautiful rifle!

That book arrived today. About identical.

Amazing rifle.

JK16 knows his high end vintage rifle makers. Kudos; I'm impressed.

EdM, let us know how it shoots, probably about as good as it looks.

DF

Give me a week or two. Talley sent me the wrong ring levers and my son and DIL are up here for the week beginning tomorrow. It should time nicely.

Curious about your North Idaho digs. Bet it’s nice. Have you ever posted pictures of the scenery, etc? Beautiful country up there. Bet it’s cooler in summer than TX.

Some don’t like to post pictures of their property. Not sure your thoughts on such.

DF

No worries.



Winters were fun. I just picked up my youngest shown here and his pregnant wife today for a week up here without their near 1 year old son. Her birthday was today, 25...





We are well back in the mountains shown.



That's Schweitzer Ski Resort on the off mountain.