Apparently...

We have different dictionarys...

'Affordable' seems to be a relative term...

 

That's a sure enough pretty shotgun, and I bet I'm gonna want one - but after the Gold Label wait, and the Franchi Highlander fizzle, I believe I'll wait until they actually exist before writing any checks. :?

 

Yea thats a pretty gun but for that price it better do a lot more than just be pretty.What exactly is its purpuse will it out shoot say a 1000$ beretta,browning or ruger.Or does it just make you feel rich?I just dont understand.

 

Apparently...

We have different dictionarys...

'Affordable' seems to be a relative term...

When CSMC is known for making $15,000 SxS and $50,000 O/Us, this gun is affordable for someone wanting to buy something they make.

 

I guess ur right.But 3000 seemshigh to me I would not even consider 20000-50000.Dont get me wrong i like guns as much as the next guy,but that kind of cash seems like some land or maybe a hummer or a good used peterbuilt and go make that 50000 back and mabe a little more. just my opinion

 

I just dont understand.

What's to understand? You apparently don't think this gun (maybe any gun) is worth $2500. I do. My father made his living as a master gunsmith and custom stock maker. It was from him that I learned to appreciate quality firearms.

There are many guns that sell for $150-300. Most are perfectly serviceable, and will do the job intended. For some that's all that's necessary, but other's want something more. Same with cars. I haven't spent over $10,000 on a vehicle in years, and I'd never consider that $50K Hummer.

I'm buying this gun sight unseen, but knowning and seeing the guns that Tony produces, I'm confident I won't be disappointed. I'm not rich, and no, this gun won't make me "feel rich". :roll: Rest assured that no one's going to go hungry, and water on the morning Cheerios won't be necessary. :lol:

I doubt that there's anything I could say that would help you understand.

 

I didnt mean to upset you.If its what makes you happy then go for it. :lol:

 

I didnt mean to upset you.

Then you'll be happy to learn that you didn't. :wink:

 

Mark, if you need anyone to help break it it in I'm available, hint, hint, hint. :lol: Pm me an I'll send you my mailing address.

You're gonna be shootin that other gun you stole anyway, so you might not have time to shoot the new one.
Thats why I'm volunteering to do the dirty work for you.

Hey, what are friends for, right. :lol:

I understand why you want this gun, plain an simple, its a beautiful gun an needs a good home with someone that appreciates it.

 

very nice looking shotgun i hope it serves you well.

 

Mark, if you need anyone to help break it it in I'm available, hint, hint, hint. :lol:

That's what's so great about SGW. There's always somebody willing to help out with the dirty work!

 

Dang, I've been lusting over a SXS for a while but couldn't make up my mind. I think my mind has just been made. Next year, hopefully I'll be swinging one of these around. Or at least I'll be on the list, hopefully.

 

Remarkable. Simply remarkable.

 

These are very nice guns at a good price. This will fill the need for a quality entry SxS with great style and grace. Galazan is wonderful to deal with and puts out quality guns that you can trust.

 

At $3000, I'd consider a new, cased, American made double (a multichoke too) with a decent bit of wood to be a bargain.

Beauty I suppose lies in the eye of the beholder. It isn't quite as snaky as a true round action a la Dickson, but I really like the general lines. However I think the engraving is horrible, overdone and pretentious; i'd order a plain one.

If I wanted a nice lightweight nippy gun for upland I'd buy one tomorrow. And if a decent stock fitter bent it to your requirements you'd have a virtually made to measure, bespoke, cased, gun for around $3500. A snip.

Consider this second hand Dickson from Basspro http://www.basspro.com/servlet/cata...og.CFPage?appID=36&viewMode=list&catID=52&direction=DESC&gunid=395&mode=viewGun An absolute beauty and ten times the price!

Enjoy them, boys,

Eug

 

Do you remember just a few years ago when I think it was Jaques bought up all the Parker reproduction guns and was selling them for $2000.00 Well I sat there and let that go by, (now look what there worth) but I can tell you one thing, it won't happen with this one. I am going to get on the list!! Big problem is, can I wait until April LOL Sure will be a long winter.

 

Beauty I suppose lies in the eye of the beholder.

I agree completely with that.

However I think the engraving is horrible, overdone and pretentious....Consider this second hand Dickson ....An absolute beauty and ten times the price!

But I can't agree with that.

Personally, I prefer the engraving of the CSM gun over that of the Dickson (the lines are another matter). The traditional fine scroll of the British so-called "Best" gun (a pseudonym for "most expensive") is rather boring.

 

There was much grumbling on some of the double gun forum's yesterday after the initial offering was only going to be available with a 14 1/4" LOP. Today they are offering a no cost option of 14 3/4" LOP. Sounds like C.S.M.C. is listening to their customers and potential customers.

 

Hey SS...I see my first 'tongue in cheeck' reply to this thread caused a little 'stir'...

I definately understand the 'want' of one...Tis a truely beautiful piece...

I just can not justify the 'need' at this time...

 

The RBL is a beautiful gun. Rumor has it that it's basically a SKB design on the inside, but who cares? It's also been mentioned elsewhere that it will be offered in 16 and 28 gauges eventually. I really hope that this new Galazan offering, along with the Ruger GL, is a huge success. It would be terrific if TWO 100% American made SxS's could roll out at approximately the same time and do well. The Galazan RBL joins the Gold Label on my wish list.

Steve

 

Shooting Star what options did you get? Did they tell you when you orderd yours where you were on the list? did they give you a specific date for delivery.

 

I opted for the straight stock, double triggers, 3X :?: wood, and I called back today to specify the 14 3/4" LOP.

Mine was ordered within 2 hours of the announcement, but they couldn't tell me where I was on the list. It was sounding like a Chinese fire drill in the backgound, so I didn't push it. They said first guns will ship in April. Others have said that Tony has been very good at meeting production promises in the past. We'll see.

On another site, someone posted this response to his e-mail inquiry...

"Next week there will be an online video presentation that will show the manufacturing process and operation of the gun, including the self opening feature and much much more."

Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co.

Video will be available on both www.rblshotgun.com and www.connecticutshotgun.com

That might be interesting. :mrgreen:

 

Mark,
I was on the phone with them this morning. It is a remarkable gun at a great price to my way of thinking. They do make a longer LOP now, at 14 3/4". I asked if they would do one with no engraving and they said no. I am not that nuts about the engraving but could live with it. I have an engraver friend who does much better engraving and he owes me some work.

 

Chic, Yeah, I changed mine to the longer LOP this morning. It's called the RBL, which I believe stands for the Round Action Box Lock. Once the initial "launch" offering is over, you might be able to buy one in the white. Other's are reporting with some certainty :roll: that eventually a 12, 16, and 28 will be available.

Buying two guns in two months... this is not like me! ^

 

SS, I thought you stole the other one. That doesn't count toward purchases.