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Airguns by Make and Model => Vintage Air Gun Gate => Topic started by: VPilot on June 27, 2012, 02:54:46 AM

Title: Sheridan Model A
Post by: VPilot on June 27, 2012, 02:54:46 AM

Well, I finally got my own piece of airgun history.  Ever since I first read of one, I've been wanting but held little hope of finding one for myself.  One thing I learned over the years on this particular gun, you have to be Johnny on the spot when someone finally decides to turn loose of a Supergrade.  Delay for one minute and the opportunity vaporizes.  Anyway, a couple weeks ago I placed a WTB ad for one and lo and behold I was led to this one, a fully functioning Model A Supergrade.  I can honestly say, I've never felt better about spending this kind of money on an air rifle and have no doubt that if the need ever arose to sell it (heaven forbid), I wouldn't lose anything.  Now I finally know what all the fuss is about this gun.  Everything about it feels quality.  It shoulders beautifully and shoots like a Cadillac of airguns should.

Ironically I have actually come full circle in my airgun journey.  I started out with MSP's decades ago, tried everything else since, and now have returned to my roots with a vengence.  Including this Supergrade, I now own 13 Sheridans/Benjamins, a Crosman Model 1, Town & Country 108, Kessler, and a few less notable MSP's.  I love these things. 

Tim
VPilot

(http://img814.imageshack.us/img814/6484/sheridana1.jpg)

Title: Re: Sheridan Model A
Post by: .22 Varmint on June 27, 2012, 03:03:08 AM

Your persistence paid off. What a beautiful rifle. I love vintage pumpers as well and the supergrades are definitely the Cadillac of them all. Congrats on your find.

Andrew 

Title: Re: Sheridan Model A
Post by: badredbird on June 27, 2012, 03:17:03 AM

yes , thats the holy grail of thaat platform , very sweet and good luck

Title: Re: Sheridan Model A
Post by: Tom @ Buzzard Bluff on June 28, 2012, 12:30:50 AM

"Ironically I have actually come full circle in my airgun journey.  I started out with MSP's decades ago, tried everything else since, and now have returned to my roots with a vengence.  Including this Supergrade, I now own 13 Sheridans/Benjamins, a Crosman Model 1, Town & Country 108, Kessler, and a few less notable MSP's.  I love these things."
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Welcome home. We're been waiting patiently.;o)

Title: Re: Sheridan Model A
Post by: jolobolo on July 11, 2012, 09:38:34 PM

That is a lovely rifle I love pump up guns. I fell into them by accident I won 3 as part of an auction lot now I cannot get enough of them. Only Crosman at the moment but one day I will get a Sheriden. Thanks for sharing .

Title: Re: Sheridan Model A
Post by: PakProtector on July 12, 2012, 07:29:32 AM

hey-Hey!!!,
How does it shoot? You're not going to hang some 10-50x60 scope in it are you?
cheers,
Douglas

Title: Re: Sheridan Model A
Post by: aack73 on July 12, 2012, 09:27:42 AM

very nice. definitely a piece to be proud of. ;D ;D

Title: Re: Sheridan Model A
Post by: breakfastchef on July 12, 2012, 10:38:40 AM

The rifle looks to be in superb condition. Enjoy it!

Title: Re: Sheridan Model A
Post by: Smackey54 on July 12, 2012, 03:34:05 PM

They are wonderful pieces and extremely well made! Enjoy it!