This rifle is what I consider to be one step back from being "mint".
Pretty happy to have snagged it...
More pictures here....
https://imgur.com/a/SSt1fLb
Some FN1900s
Some FN1900s
Its been too quiet for too long in this sub-forum so I thought I'd show off my latest, and nicest so far, addition to the accumulation.
This rifle is what I consider to be one step back from being "mint".
Pretty happy to have snagged it...
More pictures here....
https://imgur.com/a/SSt1fLb
This rifle is what I consider to be one step back from being "mint".
Pretty happy to have snagged it...
More pictures here....
https://imgur.com/a/SSt1fLb
Re: Some FN1900s
I apologize for the poor photos, I really need to set up a photo area with proper background and lighting some day.
Re: Some FN1900s
Hey canuck,
Glad you shared pictures of your FN’s. It never gets old seeing the FN 1900’s. The newest addition is a real beautiful rifle and the pictures reflect the condition. The wood looks perfect as well as the metal. It even has a complete bolt handle!
These rifles are becoming more rare every day. I am going to pass on the challenge that was given to me by our deceased member “sighthound”. He was a real friend and loved the FN’s. I think I had six FN’s at the time he told me I should try and get an even dozen of these rifles. I took his challenge and unfortunately he passed away before I could tell him that I met his challenge. I would like to say that I stopped at 12, but “packmule”, also a member, tempted me with the opportunity to get one more, so the “Dirty Dozen Plus One” was named. Jackitis was working on me at the time so I couldn’t refuse the chance to add another rifle to the collection.
I haven’t purchased any more FN’s after I bought the Daniel Fraiser customized cased FN. That made number 16 FN’s. I didn’t think I could top that acquisition so I stopped actively searching for them. I still watch for them on some of the auctions but most are not in good condition like the one you just received. I could be tempted if the right opportunity presented itself.
Thanks again for sharing the pictures. It was great to see them
Kindest Personal Regards,
jack1653
Glad you shared pictures of your FN’s. It never gets old seeing the FN 1900’s. The newest addition is a real beautiful rifle and the pictures reflect the condition. The wood looks perfect as well as the metal. It even has a complete bolt handle!
These rifles are becoming more rare every day. I am going to pass on the challenge that was given to me by our deceased member “sighthound”. He was a real friend and loved the FN’s. I think I had six FN’s at the time he told me I should try and get an even dozen of these rifles. I took his challenge and unfortunately he passed away before I could tell him that I met his challenge. I would like to say that I stopped at 12, but “packmule”, also a member, tempted me with the opportunity to get one more, so the “Dirty Dozen Plus One” was named. Jackitis was working on me at the time so I couldn’t refuse the chance to add another rifle to the collection.
I haven’t purchased any more FN’s after I bought the Daniel Fraiser customized cased FN. That made number 16 FN’s. I didn’t think I could top that acquisition so I stopped actively searching for them. I still watch for them on some of the auctions but most are not in good condition like the one you just received. I could be tempted if the right opportunity presented itself.
Thanks again for sharing the pictures. It was great to see them
Kindest Personal Regards,
jack1653
Re: Some FN1900s
seeing ONE FN is such a treat as they're exceedingly rare as Jack mentioned...but seeing a COLLECTION of them is very impressive. Thank you for taking the time to compile the posts and photos for us to enjoy.
A few updated FN database metrics which include all your posted rifles...
131 rifles recorded (which means Jack owns roughly 12% of all recorded rifles haha!)
33 rifles do not have barrel ribs (25%)
66 rifles located in the USA (50%)
29 rifles located in Canada (22%)
lowest serial number recorded is 5, highest is 4893
A few updated FN database metrics which include all your posted rifles...
131 rifles recorded (which means Jack owns roughly 12% of all recorded rifles haha!)
33 rifles do not have barrel ribs (25%)
66 rifles located in the USA (50%)
29 rifles located in Canada (22%)
lowest serial number recorded is 5, highest is 4893
Cam Woodall
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Re: Some FN1900s
Very sweet collection of the Belgian beauties.
I believe that's 2 of each type with & without rib correct?
One of these days I'll get my hands on one! They sure are hard to come by.
I believe that's 2 of each type with & without rib correct?
One of these days I'll get my hands on one! They sure are hard to come by.
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Re: Some FN1900s
Thanks for sharing the photos. I enjoyed drooling over them.
Re: Some FN1900s
Awesome collection of FNs, always a good day when looking at springpoles!