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Yng@hrt · « **Reply #40 on:** March 09, 2018, 07:22:27 PM »

Well stated gentlemen. I have several Dan’s that are fine examples I I’m able to shoot whenever the need arises. I am very familiar as to how fine a vintage pumper they are. No need to experiment with one that as far as I can tell hasn’t seen the light of day much less shot. I know of one gentleman that only turns on the lights to photograph his Dan’s & wear’s cotton gloves to handle them. I’m not saying I would go to those extremes although I think it paints a picture as to how valuable & prized; as Steve mentioned, time capsules are.

Same thing with vintage anything; original unmolested variations are much sought after by folks who are searching for a blue print into the past to restore their prized possessions or for whatever reason. It’s funny & somewhat sad that the first thing a youngster what’s to do to a new anything is blast it, or in the case of a sports car, modify it, & drive it like they stole it. Same thing here in my opinion, no sir/madam, no lead running through this Dan, at least none you'll no of.

lizzie · « **Reply #41 on:** March 09, 2018, 08:24:22 PM »

I can understand and identify with those thoughts.
Recently, I happened upon an older (not antique) model Gamo Stutzen. After buying it, and giving it a look-over, I decided that it was very likely still in new condition...couldn't find a flaw on it.
I did not want to shoot it.
For whatever reason, I am adverse to shooting an old gun that is still in like-new condition...something about not being able to preserve it in time, as it was out of the factory.
For that reason, I decided to sell it.
There was no reason for me to hold onto it, no matter how much I valued it, because Gamo is not my "thing".
It's a beautiful gun, and now has a new home, with a man who highly values it. I was so happy to find someone who wanted it, whom I knew would also take great care with it, while also using it.

Currently, I have an old model 36 Diana, which looks like it's still new.
I bought it to shoot, having no idea before buying it, just how very nice it is.
I will eventually get to the point that I don't mind breaking it in (I hope).
I think that's one of the reasons I tend to buy older guns which are already broken. I can appreciate them more for their utility and their mechanical performance, and not get tied up in not wanting to hurt the value of them, on the collector's market.

rubberfish · « **Reply #42 on:** March 09, 2018, 08:51:09 PM »

Quote from: lizzie on March 09, 2018, 08:24:22 PM

Currently, I have an old model 36 Diana, which looks like it's still new.
I bought it to shoot, having no idea before buying it, just how very nice it is.

That's funny. That's pretty much how I came upon mine. It was mint and under a year old.
I've put marks on the barrel from cocking it with a wedding ring on all these years.
But that's what I bought it for. To shoot. So long as all of us are enjoying our hobby.

Yng@hrt · « **Reply #43 on:** March 09, 2018, 09:57:15 PM »

I can appreciate where you’re coming from Lizzie. I had purchase a couple of new to me Dan’s. One so nice in fact that it sat for a couple of months until I finally caved. Took her out hunting small game & I had the time of my life. I’ll never forget that. I also purchased a S392P. It too sat for several weeks before I decided to try him out & again had the time of my life. My last case in point is couple of Benji-Sheridan pistols, a nickel H9 & a nickel H9A. They sat for the longest time at least until these matches started & I couldn’t resist. So I guess what I’m saying is, I too buy my AG’s to shoot & I totally understand.

Horatio · « **Reply #44 on:** March 10, 2018, 12:47:19 AM »

Pretty!

Yng@hrt · « **Reply #45 on:** March 10, 2018, 06:26:22 AM »

Quote from: the fuse on March 08, 2018, 07:53:17 PM

Beautiful score!! How did it come your way?

Thanks Stuart...eBay

Yng@hrt · « **Reply #46 on:** March 10, 2018, 06:32:43 AM »

The other Blue wasn’t due to arrive until Monday. It already made to Albuquerque so I’m assuming it will be here today. No need to start another thread for her. I’ll post pix here when she arrives.

Habanero69er · « **Reply #47 on:** March 10, 2018, 08:11:52 AM »

Marty has been a busy boy! Can't wait to see your new Blue.

A.K.A. Tommy Boy · « **Reply #48 on:** March 10, 2018, 09:25:47 AM »

Quote from: Yng@hrt on March 10, 2018, 06:32:43 AM

The other Blue wasn’t due to arrive until Monday. It already made to Albuquerque so I’m assuming it will be here today. No need to start another thread for her. I’ll post pix here when she arrives.

Gee Marty...I don't care if you put your guns away and decide to not shoot them or not. I just Very Much Appreciate Looking at them. Those are Very Nice Guns that you have been able to acquire, Marty. You really have some REAL LOOKERS !

The only thing that I would ask of you is... Don't Ever Stop Posting the Pictures of your gun collection.

My Best Wishes - Tom

19Sheridan57 · « **Reply #49 on:** March 10, 2018, 09:50:56 AM »

I have some beautiful Sheridans, including Model A's & B's & very early C's , that are SUPER nice !! I shoot every rifle I own, But I am " extri keerful " when handling those !!

Habanero69er · « **Reply #50 on:** March 10, 2018, 09:58:13 AM »

Steve, I can see you shooting those fine vintage rifles wearing white gloves. Much like a museum curator handling an ancient artifact.

19Sheridan57 · « **Reply #51 on:** March 10, 2018, 10:15:04 AM »

Quote from: Habanero69er on March 10, 2018, 09:58:13 AM

Steve, I can see you shooting those fine vintage rifles wearing white gloves. Much like a museum curator handling an ancient artifact.

If these are not shot a little , they are prone to having their seals dry out, & need to be rebuilt. I don't want to have to tear apart a " like new, never fired Sheridan." That would be scary ! Of course you can say store these Sheridans oiled & with a pump or two. That is fine, but if you put these in a case & store in a closet for a long time,,, do you think there will still be any air in it ?

That's the truth. Archaeology & Paleontology are also hobbies of mine,, so I do own some gloves !

Yng@hrt · « **Reply #52 on:** March 10, 2018, 10:29:07 AM »

Maybe you guys misunderstood. That's the first thing I check when any pumper arrives. All have arrived precharged & holding air & this is how all of them are stored.

Thanks Tom. Nice of you to say that.

Habanero69er · « **Reply #53 on:** March 10, 2018, 10:32:31 AM »

I agree that leaving an airgun stored away, even oiled up, pumped up & never moving those moving parts can be bad.
Kinda like our body parts as we get older! I know I could use some sort of Secret Sauce for a few of my joints.

Habanero69er · « **Reply #54 on:** March 10, 2018, 10:38:54 AM »

Quote from: Yng@hrt on March 10, 2018, 10:29:07 AM

Maybe you guys misunderstood. That's the first thing I check when any pumper arrives. All have arrived precharged & holding air & this is how all of them are stored.

Thanks Tom. Nice of you to say that.

I had no doubt that that's how you stored them. I'm pretty sure this ain't your first rodeo.

Yng@hrt · « **Reply #55 on:** March 10, 2018, 10:40:16 AM »

Point well taken Dave. I also by my guns to enjoy. I'll bring these type guns out on occation to cycle them to make sure all the parts are lubed. By no means is she going into a time capsule.

avator · « **Reply #56 on:** March 10, 2018, 01:37:25 PM »

Yep, when we buy guns that need resealed it's pretty much because they've not been shot in a long time and allowed to dry out. Unless you're abnormal you won't be able to resist shooting them on occasion.

the fuse · « **Reply #57 on:** March 10, 2018, 02:21:46 PM »

Hey Marty,
I was a custom carpenter, in another life. I worked in a mill working shop making custom windows and doors. Occasionally I'd do something ham-fisted like drop my block plane on a door.....leaving a good dent. I took them out with a wet cloth and an electric iron on med-low heat. If I was fixing a dent on a finished wood surface.....like the stock on your gun.... I would put a drop of water directly on the dent and let it soak in a bit. Then be very "surgical" with my wet cloth and iron. Hit just the dent. Use only cotton cloth. Even out the little blemish with matching stain. It works well. Good luck.

19Sheridan57 · « **Reply #58 on:** March 10, 2018, 04:59:52 PM »

Marty,
I meant to reply earlier that your rifle looks more like a 1974, than a 1968 !

Yng@hrt · « **Reply #59 on:** March 10, 2018, 07:04:11 PM »

Steve,

I was wondering when someone would snap.

It's actually a '75.

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