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| Shooterer |
Posted on 07-07-2010 10:54
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Can you guys recommend a used small-bore rifle and sights that could be bought in the 1k range?
I am a high-power shooter that is looking to shoot indoor gallery and 3p during the winter for practice. Would the 1903 at the cmp be a good choice or could I get a better used rig (with sights) for less.
Thanks for any help you can give.
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| justadude |
Posted on 07-07-2010 11:54
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shooterer,
Look in the Discussion Forum thread "Anschutz 1913". Past the parent topic there is a fairly lengthly discussion in there regarding two popular candidates, the Anschutz 1903 and the Kimber both which can be found for under $1k.
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| Shooterer |
Posted on 13-07-2010 09:12
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Remembering that I am looking to use this rifle for position and sight alignment practice during the High-power "off" season and not for Olympic competition, what do you shooters think of the CM2 imported by RAA ? (this rifle would be new)
Jim
Edited by Shooterer on 13-07-2010 09:52 |
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| justadude |
Posted on 13-07-2010 10:26
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Shooterer,
I have never encountered a CM-2 first hand. From the pictures at first glance they look very similar to the Anschutz Mk64. Then reading the description of the CM-2 this would be a bulked up Mk64. (Note the Mk64 is the rifle from which the 1903 was eventually derived). This is an Izhmash product, somehow in the Russian arms industry Izhmash is hooked into making everything from knives to aircraft cannon. This fits somewhere in that continuum.
My own personal experience with Russian made firearms has been that they are solidly built and typically very functional but can be a little rough cosmetically.
Poking about I found two sets of comments, one over on TheGunSource
"Let me say first off that this is not an Anschutz equivalent!! It is definitely more accurate than ANYTHING anywhere close to its price range and when you consider that the rifle comes with sights, sling, one piece cleaning rod, etc. there is no cheaper way to "test the waters" of competition. I give it a 4 star because of cost and quality. The down side of owning this rifle is that the sights will not accept after-market accessories like adjustable irises and the barrel diameter is a strange size so there are no readily available sight extension tubes. If you decide you like competition, sell it and get an Anschutz. "
That was posted by Charlotte in 2008.
Next is a thread over on Target Talk, best to follow http://www.target...hp?p=59991 on that one. I will say the fellow is getting all misty eyed because his son put 5 shots through one hole at 50 feet. This is no great achievement for a 22 target rifle. If he said 5 through one hole at 50 yards I would be more excited.
I have a passing aquaintance with a young lady who shoots and Izhmash biathlon rifle and swears by it and am close friends with a man who shoots the Baikal IZH-46M air pistol and is OK with it. (Decent pistol but occasionaly the air release valve acts up for no apparent reason.)
It looks like the CM-2 could be had for around $600, as you mull your choices for the same money CMP has the Kimber. http://www.thecmp...urplus.htm Ifyou needed parts or service the Kimber MAY be easier to get work done. I will also say on the flip side, IMHO, the CM-2 has a more refined looking stock from an ergonomic/adjustability standpoint.
Nothing too definitive here, hope this helps.
Cheers,
'Dude
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| Shooterer |
Posted on 13-07-2010 14:37
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Thanks Dude,
I have a few Russian weapons, Izzy 46 & 60 and a Baikal over & under (before Remington started importing them as their Spartan line) and I have been happy with them."rough, rugged & reliable" is how I've always referred to them.
I can pick up a new CM2 with adjustable stock for about $500. I know firearms are one place that the term "you get what you pay for" is always true. I know I'm not getting a 54 or a 64, but will it hold .125 ctc at 50' (feet not yards)? if so I can live with that and spend the left over funds on feeding the heard.
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| justadude |
Posted on 14-07-2010 10:40
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Have fun with it. From general appearances it looks easy to work with and shoot. 0.125 CTC at 50ft is fine. These also remind me of my 70s vintage Anschutz 1407s. Very few adjustments, just shoot them and keep them clean. Enjoy
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| Shooterer |
Posted on 20-07-2010 15:39
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Just to add a little chatter to the site..
I'll tell you I bought a Kimber 82g to use for this winters league.
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| justadude |
Posted on 23-07-2010 08:58
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From your earlier post it seemed like you were going to give the CM-2 a try. What made you decide on the Kimber?
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| Shooterer |
Posted on 26-07-2010 09:25
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The price, $380.00 shipped. I found someone that collected .22 and was moving so he needed to thin the heard. I'll use this rifle this year and If I continue on with the sport, I may upgrade later.
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