Since the end of the Second World War a great many surplus military rifles have been imported and sold in the United States. Unmodified late 19th and early 20th Century infantry rifles generally have unreasonably long barrels for hunting purposes, which makes them slow and awkward in the field. It looked and handled like a civilian hunting rifle, which was what I wanted. The action had been polished, blued, re-barreled, and re-stocked in black walnut. I once owned a sporting rifle based on a British Lee-Enfield SMLE action, but all that was left of the original military rifle was the action itself. These features are not typical of any military rifle I have ever seen, and the only military rifle in its original condition I have ever owned is a Swedish Mauser Model 1896. I insist that all of my rifles be scoped because I prefer to hit what I shoot at, and I want the scope mounted low and over the bore. What appeals to me is a nicely figured walnut stock of slender and elegant contour, precisely cut checkering, and highly polished finishes on both wood and metal. I should make it clear from the outset that I am neither an expert in the field nor a particular fan of military rifles.
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