Chatellerault Bolt Action 198

[WalnutRed]

For a 1866 I would agree. How many 1862s have you seen in your area? If Wolf75 is willing to part with his 1862 for $1800 I call dibs.

 

[Wolf75]

I don't think I have ever seen one priced over $1800 in this area.

There are definite differences between the one you referenced and the one I have, which is why I wonder whether mine was a trial version or "production" model, especially since it has 198 stamped on it in a few places, does it refer to a serial number/production number?. Mine was manufactured at Chatellerault, versus Etienne. There's also differences in the sight, location of strap buckles, and the inlays. I don't intend on selling any of my Dad's guns, except for maybe his bench rest guns. I would have to have a mighty study shelf unit to display those, and somebody out there might as well be shooting them and caring for them. This French model looks very nice on the wall, but I will need to learn what, if anything, I should do to it as far as maintenance/cleaning. I really do appreciate everyone's input on this

 

[Wolf75]

For a 1866 I would agree. How many 1862s have you seen in your area? If Wolf75 is willing to part with his 1862 for $1800 I call dibs.

Not that is matters, but Wolf75 is a she