I like mine

by BC, IA, Saturday, April 25, 2015, 09:42 (3440 days ago) @ rob

I picked mine up years ago, used. It's an old steel receiver 81, it's a little beaten up and the stock has been refinished by a mediocre hand. No problem; I took it home for $400 and haven't looked back.

It shoots well, carries nicely, and hits hard, as you know. No extraction problems on this end.

I mounted a 1.25-4x scope but was unhappy with the rings. EGW makes a 1913 rail, but I'm not sure it will fit my older receiver. I believe that there is also a forward scope mount available for late model rifles as well.

The current crop are interesting to me, especially the new Michael Bane inspired synthetic takedown version. I'm not sure what chamberings they have added to that particular model.

I'm a little bit stunned by how expensive they are now, and that it's such a challenge to find a good condition used example for sale anywhere, let alone at a "no sweat" price. Same with extra magazines.

I still think they make an excellent, nearly readymade general purpose rifle, whether you call it a "Scout" or not. I've never had any problems with debris getting into the gears, but that seems to be why all the Official Scout Enthusiasts Club look down their noses at the design.

So, thumbs up from me.

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