Good buy? Bad Buy? Bought a rifle on impulse.

[dom1104]

Usually, impulse buys dont work out for me.

But, this rifle had a sweet trigger, it felt right, and just felt good in the hand.

I had to do it.

I know... ZERO about these old guns, and even less when they are bubba'ed up.

Its a Husqvarna M38 6.5x55 Swedish.

I do know, the price was right for the rifle, the scope which is a Simmons 3x9x50 and really very clear all the way out to 9x..., and a pile of ammo and a set of Pacific reloading dies, and a Timney trigger.

So basically what I am hoping you guys will tell me, is (edit: typo : $150 ) too much?

I figured, I can probably break even or sell it at a little loss after enjoying it for a few weekends.

Unless... I got taken. I dont know! are these things rolling pieces of junk or did I make a decent buy for an old junker to haul out to the range and plink with?

I sit awaiting the knowledge forthcoming.

My plan, is to put a 1913 sling on it, Krylon that stock Magpul FDE <as any mall ninja would> and take it to the range.

 

[jblomenberg16]

From what I've heard and read, these rifles typically shoot very well. I think you probably did ok.

 

[rimfire_crazed]

A good 6.5 action can go for up to $300 easily. It's a revered and capable round and generally known for good accuracy - especially in a 80-100 year old design.

 

[GARANDGUY]

you did good

 

[dom1104]

Ok phew. Just wanted to make sure $150 wasnt too much to spend.

We will see how she shoots. Thanks for the info guys.

I was attracted to it because
A: It was cheap.
B: It felt well put toghether, smooth, etc.
C: It came with all the ammo
D: The stock was a Choate, and felt sturdy
E: It was made in 1942 which is .. neat.
F: And this is the main reason I bought it. It cocks on the forward motion of the bolt, like Enfield rifles.

I do enjoy me some forward cocking action.

 

[A5guy]

Ok phew. Just wanted to make sure $150 wasnt too much to spend.

We will see how she shoots. Thanks for the info guys.

I was attracted to it because
A: It was cheap.
B: It felt well put toghether, smooth, etc.
C: It came with all the ammo
D: The stock was a Choate, and felt sturdy
E: It was made in 1942 which is .. neat.
F: And this is the main reason I bought it. It cocks on the forward motion of the bolt, like Enfield rifles.

I do enjoy me some forward cocking action.

Hard to argue with that.
I balk at deals like that over ammo, so in this case I'd have bought it too.

 

[rimfire_crazed]

I would've snatched that up for $150 in a heartbeat. Without even thinking. Heck i would've gone to an ATM that didn't spit out 10's and gave the guy $160.

 

[TREETOP]

I agree, $150 for almost anything that shoots (and isn't marked HiPoint) is pretty much a good deal. Post up some pics after you paint it!

 

[454comp]

sounds like a winner to me, be sure to let us hear how it shoots

 

[dom1104]

Shoots like a house on fire, only had a chance to take it to a 50 yard range, but all the shots were touching and could be covered with a dime.

So far, I am loving it.

 

[kickbacked]

looking good, what is that you wrapped it in?

 

[dom1104]

Ace Bandages from Walmart.

Its easy to tuck grass, weeds, etc between the folds.

 

[kludge]

Husqvarna for $150 is a total no brainer. 6.5 Swede is a great all around cartridge.

 

[Goodcat]

I'll give you $150 now if you don't want it. Good find!

 

[dom1104]

I'll give you $150 now if you don't want it. Good find!

$299 and its yours