Falling Block Rifle?

[TripHlx]

Hey guys, my curiosity is up regarding falling block rifle actions. Can anyone make any suggestions regarding an affordable centerfire falling block rifle? I'm really just looking for a range toy to satisfy my curiosity, not any high end or especially collectible. Thanks guys!

[.22-10-45]

Hello, TripHlx. The Ruger No.1 or Browning High-Wall comes to mind..nice used ones can be found.

[Moondawg]

A good used Ruger #1 may be easier to find than the Browning/Winchester Highwall.
Either one would be fine.

[Norbrat]

What's "Affordable"?

Eabco offer a new falling block from $999. http://www.eabco.com/97ref.html

[TripHlx]

Affordable is based on the 'dirt poor' income level. Definitely less than 1k, and less is better.

[Plinkster]

Falling blocks usually start at just under $1000. That being said I did find a Ruger #1 for $600 on gunbroker but it has TERRIBLE wood on it. Someone bubba'd it bad. But it did allow me to get the rifle I wanted, albeit ugly as sin. I think your best option is probably the Ruger, just cruise the auction sites and usual places. I just happened to recall running across a Ruger #3 in .223 with a heavy octagon barrel at a local gun show that had $550 on it and would have gone home with me if I'd not just spent my firearms budget the previous weekend. Patience will be paramount in your search I believe.

[calaloo]

Run on over to York and visit Col. Boyd at the Single Shot Exchange. Bet he can help you out.

[Ed in North Texas]

Hey guys, my curiosity is up regarding falling block rifle actions. Can anyone make any suggestions regarding an affordable centerfire falling block rifle? I'm really just looking for a range toy to satisfy my curiosity, not any high end or especially collectible. Thanks guys!

Matini-Henry British .577-450 (only reasonable to shoot much if you reload).

For a play toy, I'd suggest looking for one of the Australian Martini Cadet rifles which has been altered to .32-20 or .38 Spec/.357. They turn up on GunBroker from time to time,

Either one of these often go for well under $1k, with the M-H .450 being the cheaper due to greater availability with the Nepal cache.

Ed

[Greg B.]

+1 for a used Ruger #1 or #3.

[Muddy Creek Sam]

http://www.taylorsfirearmsstore.com/1885_highwall.htm

[Ickisrulz]

Not really affordable (for me), but...

http://www.bradshawgunandrifle.com/Farquharson_Double_Rifle_1B.php

[smokemjoe]

I have had 5 FBW rifles, Very fine action and super strong, They are making new actions today again, just seen 2 of them at a shoot, about $450.00?

[C A Plater]

I have had 5 FBW rifles, Very fine action and super strong, They are making new actions today again, just seen 2 of them at a shoot, about $450.00?

You wouldn't happen to have a link or some other reference on where one could obtain some of these new FBW actions would you? I'd love to build up a couple of rifles on these actions. I always regret not getting them when they were available before.

Courtney

[Haggway]

Shop around and you may be able to find a decent #1 in 3006 or somthing like that. Then again I am somewhat biased towards the #1.

[looseprojectile]

I bought my 375 H&H #1 Ruger that has been factory Mag Na Ported for $700.00.

I bought my 257 Roberts #1 Ruger for $325.00.

I bought my Uberti 40 65 high wall for about $500.00 , some trade.

I gave $750.00 for the Pedersoli 45 70 rolling block with a scope.

I just recently passed on a Ruger #3 22 Hornet, as new for $599.00.

You just have to keep your eyes peeled and know that when someone is selling they probably aren't in love with that gun any more and want to move on.
It is always a good thing to know the value of what you are looking at.

Buying and selling is an art in itself and that is where I get the thrill of acquiring the new to me firearm.
If it were me buying a gun for a particular use/need I would expect to pay more to scratch the itch.
Trade or part trade is always a potential if you can offer the seller something he really wants and will allow a premium for your offering.

Acquiring the next gun is a sickness that will persist till the day I die.[I hope].

Has to be a good deal though.


Life is good

[Haggway]

[QUOTE=looseprojectile;1762374]

I bought my 257 Roberts #1 Ruger for $325.00.




Dude you stole that roberts. Good buy I say.

[calaloo]

C.A. Plater. You should call Leo Fix at 231-590-7391 or email him at lfix@torchlake.com . Prices range fro $350.00 for the small Mod. K to 475.00 for the Mod. L. He will send you a small brochure with photos and specifications.

[Kraschenbirn]

Yesterday morning, browsing in a small sporting goods store in Monroe, WI, I ran across two NIB Winchester Highwalls; one a 'Classic Hunter' in .32-40 and the other an 'LTD' with a 30" oct. bbl. in .45-90. Both were tagged at $1189 but, talking with the guy behind the counter, I got the feeling he had some room to negotiate on a "cash/no trade" deal. If the .32-40 had also been an 'LTD' with a 30" barrel, it would've probably followed home.

Bill

[gandydancer]

Not really affordable (for me), but...

http://www.bradshawgunandrifle.com/Farquharson_Double_Rifle_1B.php
man I would love to own a set both small and large doubles one in 9x3x74R and 357 max some day who knows. I can dream can't I ??:

[rhbrink]

Be careful TripHlx the falling blocks come with a incurable disease similar the same caused by lever actions and old milsurps. No known cures and the only relief is to just buy more of them.

Richard

[smokemjoe]

I have phone No. also- 231-331-7009 for the FBWs, Joe

[hickstick_10]

Affordable is based on the 'dirt poor' income level. Definitely less than 1k, and less is better.

If its dirt poor you want then maybe consider a stevens favourite in 22 RF.

[afish4570]

My #3 Ruger is a great gun, 45/70. Can be loaded light or so heavy its no fun to shoot (except to hunt of course).You will love your Ruger #1 or 3.afish4570