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Well surprise surprise surprise. I sent the seller a letter stating he had two days left to contact me and in my note I stated exactly what I was going to do if he did not respond. I think that one of the facts that I was going to pursue federal mail fraud charges got their attention because low and...

Well, the news from here is not so good at the moment. That 1903 I said that I thought I had purchased???? Well, it was on GunBroker.com and I did everything I thought I was supposed to do (FFL sent - Cashiers check sent, verified sellers address and phone) and here it is three weeks later and no ri...

I guess I should have been a bit more forthcoming about my own personal experience and abilities with firearms. I have been shooting something since I was 9 years old and my grandfather taught me early on - you shoot it (gun) you clean it before you put it away. That was the beginning - now I buy ol...

Oh my oh my oh my!!!! Looks like every time I ask a question around here the $$$$ just keeps going up - LOL. Oh well, I always try and look out for the bright side and it looks like his next few birthdays and Christmas will be taken care of! I think I should get his Grammy involved now. She has more...

Again - thanks for all the valid input and help. I took the advice (so to speak) and just bought him an the suggested Anschutz 1903 with Anschutz sights, tools, and a hard case. Probably get it in about a week. I guess its now on to the accessories such as a glove, shoes, etc? He has no shooting acc...

I am so thankful for all the wonderful insights and advice. It really is nice that there are such friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable folks around this site.

TexasShooter wrote:miata55,

Your profile says your are in Fort Worth. What club are you in?

My grandson shoots at the Haltom City Rifle and Pistol club

Thanks so very much for the information. I really do appreciate everything. I am presently looking at an Anshutz Model 54 Match that is for sale with Olympic sights, thumb hole stock and some accessories for $660.00. Would this be suitable for what I have been discussing?

My grandson is a 14 y.o. and is 5' 9" and weighs about 120

I am new here and I am looking to help my grandson in his desire to become a competition target shooter. He is presently using a gun clubs loaner rifle (a Savage) with iron sights, certified as pro marksman so far, three position. I am looking to purchase his first competition rifle and have noticed...