Found one and bought it...
Posted: Sun Mar 23, 2008 9:57 pm
I fanally got a Win 52B sporter (repro). After losing several bids on GB at $800, I eventually won and bought a really nice one for $750.
And to think these were going for less than $400 when they came out in the early to mid 90's. It came with it's original box and instruction manual. Only the serial number or the "made in japan" stamp on the barrel info, distinguish it from the originals. The quality is as good if not better than an original 52B, and rightfully commands the respect of collectors, and shooters of fine rimfires. I only wish I had bought one a long time ago.
It will be put to good use in hunter class silhouettes wearing a Weaver T-24. I'm still waiting for my Burris signature Zee rings that seem to be on back order everywhere as the shooting weather is improving all around the country, with the coming of springtime.
I can't wait to get to the range with it.
And to think these were going for less than $400 when they came out in the early to mid 90's. It came with it's original box and instruction manual. Only the serial number or the "made in japan" stamp on the barrel info, distinguish it from the originals. The quality is as good if not better than an original 52B, and rightfully commands the respect of collectors, and shooters of fine rimfires. I only wish I had bought one a long time ago.
It will be put to good use in hunter class silhouettes wearing a Weaver T-24. I'm still waiting for my Burris signature Zee rings that seem to be on back order everywhere as the shooting weather is improving all around the country, with the coming of springtime.
I can't wait to get to the range with it.