I have a list of 4 pistols that I want: 1) Colt Woodsman Match Target, 2) Colt Diamonback, 3) Beretta 87 Sport or 89 Target, and 4) S&W K-22/17. About a month ago, I held a Hammerli 208 International, which used to be on my list, but I didn't like the way it felt. I tried a Benelli 95 and didn't like it. I have also tried a bunch of Hi Standards and didn't like them. I tried some Rugers and didn't like them either.

So, all I have now are my Browning Medalists, S&W Model 41, and S&W 617 (4', 10-shot). Here's the dilemma: I found a Hammerli 208s in a local shop today -- It's a miracle! It was brought in by a widow and was part of a varied collection. It felt A LOT BETTER than the International. It has been shot (there is a little 'stamping' on the breech face from the bolt), but it is in great shape and has ALL of the original parts (2 magazines, case, test target, manual, plastic bags, etc.).

The price is $1,850, plus tax. According to the store owner, who I trust, the gun has been on consignment for a week. However, he is not ready to ask the widow if she will dicker on price yet, as he said to wait and see what happens. I do a little bullseye shooting, but I am not a serious bullseye shooter. This is a chance to get an important, semi-rare gun. I am not sure if I should sell one of my Medalists, or use/sell one of my Smith's in a partial trade, or try to find the money some other way to acquire it. BTW, I previously sold 5 (of my 25) air guns and 2 (of my 15) air pistols in order to generate some money.

And, although it would be a little 'painful', I could sell a few more. Questions: I am asking if it's worth it? In other words, how hard should I try to make it work? What would YOU do? Download The Fundamentals Of Ethics By Russ Shafer Landau Pdf Free.

Some straight-forward advice would be appreciated. Thank you, Kent. You may have trouble finding Woodsman parts. There are a couple Italian high end match pistols that may be worth considering. The Smith & Wesson model 41 tends to need some gunsmithing out of the box; once properly slicked up, however, it's a pretty durable, accurate shooter.

Hammerli - Larry's Guns Inc. International Information. Bedienungsanleitungen / Manuals; Magazin Sets. Hammerli Pistols For Sale. Hammerli International 208.

Personally, I'm happy with my High Standards, but parts are available only through cannibalization. The Texas 'High Standard' company bought the name and designs; its products, however, are nowhere near being in the same class as the original Connecticut High Standards. Buy it I don't have a clue on Medalist parts. I'm guessing they are harder to find then Woodsman parts.

As neither were winners in global 22RF match shooting I would be happy with a Hammerli 208 that was a winner. Many Brownings are bought and sold on their collector value instead of their shooting value. If the Browning was a decent competitive pistol it would still be built along with the resurrected High Standard and the perennial favorite US built S&W Model 41. After shooting several cases of 22RF ammo the initial cost of a target pistol is forgotten.

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Spragins I noticed your post. I have both a 41 and a 208. The 208 is stock and the 41 was built for me by Lou Lombardi. The 41 will shoot under 1/2 inch at 50 yards.

Lou is considered the King of rim fire pistols. His work is out of this world but I had to wait 2 years. I have put a set of Morini grips on it and it is the gun I currently use. The 208 will shoot 1 inch or so at 50 yards.

If I compare both guns the 208 has the better trigger and this is why it is so popular. I also have an older Pardini Sp this is very nice and easy to shoot.

(something to think about currently around 500.00 to 600.00.) If it was me I would buy the older Pardini and send it to Lou for one of his custom Shilen barrels or have the 41 re-barreled for about 150.00. He also does custom High Standards That will shoot under 1/2 inches at 50 yards. The wait will be long but if you want the best it is worth it. Ess 1989 Sound Driver Win7. Lou's work is out of this world. I have had other smiths work on some.22s and while their work was good, it's nothing compared to Lou's. I have one of his High Standard barrels I had to beg for a couple of months and he sold me his demo. I'm having feeding problems due to the mag.

I have fiddled with it for a while but I have had enough and off to Lou's it goes. Have you seen his write ups in some of the gun mags? If not let me know and I post a follow up.