Astonished at prices of L42A1s

[Thunderbox]

I think the prices have actually fallen a little here in the UK over recent months. Probably a number of reasons, not least people's uncertainty over the UK economic outlook in the near future.

My own view is that its more do with a very finite UK market for all firearms let alone specialist historic arms, and the fact that 4(T)s and L42s are now priced far beyond what might be considered reasonable for the rifles. £3-4k was just about doable for someone of average means who had a burning desire to get a 4(T)/L42, but £8-10k is quite ridiculous. For far less money you can get a brand new AI with a decent S&B scope or similar, and thats what people are opting for instead. Its been very noticeable at the Bisley arms fairs for the past few tears that people will spend up to about £3.5k on a s/h modern precision rifle, but won't even glance at Enfield snipers. I personally won't touch sniper kit now, as its proving really hard to move on.