The firearm thread

**Mr Merde** · 3rd September 2011, 19:00

Originally Posted by sAsLEX

Politics and bureaucracy get in the way of nice simple solutions.

$44K for a sniper rifle? Seems a bit rich to even me.

The 44k probably includes the 30k kickbacks to those who make the decisions.

**Wolf** · 3rd September 2011, 19:55

Originally Posted by Mr Merde

The 44k probably includes the 30k kickbacks to those who make the decisions.

I am sooooooo in the wrong line of work!

**The Pastor** · 3rd September 2011, 20:28

Originally Posted by Wolf

I am sooooooo in the wrong line of work!

at least you can sleep at night knowing your not corrupt, Riches will do you no good on the day you face death, but honesty can save your life.

**Winston001** · 4th September 2011, 02:40

Originally Posted by sAsLEX

$44K for a sniper rifle? Seems a bit rich to even me.

At first glance agreed, but it does depend on the rifle. I'd imagine a small army like NZ would have a standard marksman's rifle for snipers, at a cost of say $2500 each.

However there will be guys who are expert and a high-end rifle is justified. Corporal Craig Harrison used an Accuracy International L115A3 for his record hit in Afghanistan. This rifle is reputably Olympic grade and costs $US33,000. So if we were buying those, $44k sounds about right. http://www.gizmag.com/worlds-longest...l-247km/14992/

Except...can NZ justify more than a dozen? Or even that many? They'd be better off with some Barrett M82s at 1/3 of the cost, plus a good sniper rifle as standard.

**jono035** · 4th September 2011, 09:09

RM - I went for a wander through the Beretta shot in London, they had matched shotguns with gold scrollwork etc. in 12G and 16G for, I think, 185k GBP... Pretty insane.

Funny place to go and have a wander around, too. It's full of tweed, pith hats and mounted antlers.

**The Pastor** · 4th September 2011, 18:42

Originally Posted by jono035

RM - I went for a wander through the Beretta shot in London, they had matched shotguns with gold scrollwork etc. in 12G and 16G for, I think, 185k GBP... Pretty insane.

Funny place to go and have a wander around, too. It's full of tweed, pith hats and mounted antlers.

I wonder if they make an 8 gauge.

**Mr Merde** · 4th September 2011, 19:07

Jono,

I can top that. Used to hanf around the Purdy premises on South Audley Street. Shotguns there in the late 70's cost approx 40,000 UKP each and most people ordered two.

Also used to frequent the Holland and Holland shop on Conduit Street, They had jusrt bought out the .700 NE doublke rifle. Rounds alone were 25 UKP each.

Never asked how much for the rifle.

Chris

**jono035** · 4th September 2011, 22:12

Originally Posted by Mr Merde

Jono,

I can top that. Used to hanf around the Purdy premises on South Audley Street. Shotguns there in the late 70's cost approx 40,000 UKP each and most people ordered two.

Also used to frequent the Holland and Holland shop on Conduit Street, They had jusrt bought out the .700 NE doublke rifle. Rounds alone were 25 UKP each.

Never asked how much for the rifle.

Chris

They're still there, I think. My uncle is a pretty keen shooter (I think I mentioned him before, he has the short barrel 9mm chambered 'garden gun') and his wife managed to get him a tour through the place for his birthday, pretty awesome.

**Mr Merde** · 7th September 2011, 13:15

Well once again i am off work and sitting at home.

Not my choice unfortunately.

Sold the Suzuki last night. got enough to purchase a new rifle from the USA.

I have been offered a 1999 Marlin CB in 38-55 complete with a Skinner front sight and a Montana Vintage Arms rear ladder "Sharps" long range sight.

The seller has shot this rifle at 1000 yards and rung metal, from a standing position. Along with rifle comes 100 pieces of brass, reloading dies and a wonderful set of shooting sticks made from Cherry wood and bridal leather.

The rifle will cost $950US, the rear sight an extra $100 US. The shooting sticks $125 US. bang goes the budget as there are a few other costs to pay such as an export licence from the US govt etc.

Excited about the rifle. Glad the Suzuki is going to someone who will appreciate it.

personally I'm a little screwed. Went to docs yesterday.

Had a headache for the past teo weeks.

Doc gives me two choices

1) Do as she says
2) Die

Giving the former a go.

BP is through the roof. I'm way past "stroke" territory. She said I'm just a ticking timebomb waiting for a heart attack or major stroke. I have to learn to take it easy, relax more, do more things I enjoy, eat better , take the drugs she has prescribed. Giving up smoking was put on the backburner. it would be too much of a strain on my system and would probably kill me. Basically this old body is worn out (I'm noit really supprised). Lots of blood tests in my future, been refered to the "sleep apthia" clinic etc. I have to loose 15 kg in weight, exercise more but gradually, change my job to one that is less stressful.............

So in summary,

I have sold a bike, bought a couple of shooters and been told I could croak all in two days. Isnt life a bitch?

Chris

**scumdog** · 7th September 2011, 17:09

Originally Posted by Mr Merde

So in summary,

I have sold a bike, bought a couple of shooters and been told I could croak all in two days. Isnt life a bitch?

Chris

Still alive though eh!

**Mr Merde** · 7th September 2011, 17:33

Originally Posted by scumdog

Still alive though eh!

I chose the doctors first option.

Spent the day on this damm machine and sleeping.

Started on the tablets.

Going for second blood test on Friday.

Too damm stubborn to not go down fighting