The thing with him is, and I know there are others who agree, YOU have to know what you're bidding on. If you rely on what he/his team have to say about it and take it as gospel you'll often be disappointed. I have gotten some interesting items on the cheap because they didn't know what it was, didn't list it properly and the auctions didn't drum up bids.
I'll also add this. They're very responsive, ship fast and pack really well. I'm always pleasantly surprised just how well they pack rifles.
The previous poster made an excellent point - be aware of what you are buying.
He has some good stuff and when you buy in bulk like he does, some bad stuff mixed in.
I do think that outfit should do a better job vetting stuff before auction.
My dealings with him have been nothing but positive.
I see nothing wrong with the subject rifle. There is no evidence of fakery.
Reisel always provides plenty of good photographs, always more than enough to make an informed decision. Everything I've ever purchased from him has been exactly as described and shown.
I see nothing wrong with the subject rifle. There is no evidence of fakery.
Reisel always provides plenty of good photographs, always more than enough to make an informed decision. Everything I've ever purchased from him has been exactly as described and shown.
Craig, my opinion differs from yours. No big deal. Best regards, Howard
Craig, my opinion differs from yours. No big deal. Best regards, Howard
Personally, I really like when a “9” , “6”, or a “5” are in a Brunn serial, easy when you know what to look for...
.....and the value of this site is that you are free to espouse that opinion, however wrong I and other mods think it is without us deleting it. That transparency is important because it is difficult to know if there is latent bias or interests driving opinions. It makes us review our opinions and support them with more than “because I say so.” The truth and correctness is what is important. Our members can see my pictures and opinion, those of others, yours, and weigh them.
You're a good man.
In particular I was looking at the OP's photos #11 and #12. The stock serial numbers look just as I'd expect them too, right down to the color and wear on the surrounding wood. In photo #12 of the bolt handle, if the number is faked, it's awfully good, as the original fine final surface milling still seems to be present on the steel around the serial.
Yes, I claim no expertise except what little has been gained from long exposure and much collecting. I can be fooled, but if these things have been faked they're awfully good!