Tony

In that article, O'Connor describes his furnishing Biesen an Enfield action barreled to 416 Rigby and giving Al a free hand in designing the stock and modifying the action to suit himself.

There is an illustration of the resulting rifle, which resembles an American Classic version of a Holland stalking rifle. It is gorgeous and, according to O'Connor, comfortable to shoot because of Biesen's skill at designing in enough gripping dimensions and a thick comb. 

The Enfield action was so heavily modified it is unrecognizable. 

I would love to own it. 

Tony. R said
I dont own this carbine anymore, but never realised it was outside the usual range of the DCP 92s
has the DCP and crossed flags stamp behind the win proof. its a 44 carbine, and sn 586535, i believe now it was not sent accros the pond but a recall, and used for the Canadian defence. any one chime in on this.
tks
  

Good morning Tony,

Are you REAL sure about that possible SN?  I have a rifle with that SN in my survey already.   It is an OB sporting rifle chambered in 32 WCF and located in Australia.  

Michael

has the DCP and crossed flags stamp behind the win proof. its a 44 carbine, and sn 586535, i believe now it was not sent accros the pond but a recall, and used for the Canadian defence. any one chime in on this.

tks

That being said i do really like nice wood on a M70. Some of my favorite originals show better than average character of grain and figure.

As for a Biesen in other than a 70 platform, I can certainly admire them but as my mentors have drilled into me.... focus.

 My 1894 collection is made of things not mainstream but with provenance maybe just a bet eclectic. I am happy to see that others can enjoy some of the tangents of this hopefully ever expanding hobby.

If i get lucky enough to acquire other fun 70s I will share with all that might enjoy.

 Doug 

fred.lasor@gmail.com said
Yes, people buy barreled actions.  An original pre-64 M70 is a fine piece of work.  You might realize a greater return on investment by separating the barreled action from its stock.  You might realize a greater return by parting it out.  Heck of a thing to do to a pre-64 in good condition.  
  

I would not "part it out". It would just be 2 parts. The barreled action complete, and the stock with butt plate, swivels, trigger guard, floor plate, and all magazine parts. 

I have sold many gun parts, the buyers were very thank full, as they needed the parts for repair or projects, and the parts are difficult to find. I have bought many large and small gun parts myself, needed for repair or a project. Luckily I found someone selling them.

oldcrankyyankee said

steve004 said
Although not a Winchester, there were a few other manufacturers who chambered the .35 WCF.  One, that I've owned, is a Ross rifle in .35 WCF (barrel marked, ".35 Ross).  There were several models of the Ross rifle where there were but two chamberings:  .303 British and .35 WCF.
  

A Ross in 35wcf!! that would be awsome.
  

Tom - Yes indeed!  I think Kevin will enjoy this too.  Maybe others?

My (unsolicited) personal opinion is that collecting custom rifles is a bit like collecting Art...  If you like Rembrandt, collect Rembrandt.  If you like Picasso, collect Picasso.  If you like Biesen, collect Biesen.  Art collector follow their own taste (within the limitations imposed by their pocketbooks).

It may or may not be a good "investment strategy" compared to collecting factory original Winchesters/Colts etc., but who cares?  Surely the resale market for "factory original" guns is larger, but Art is Art, and the work of these "Old Masters" is surely Art.  If I owned it, I wouldn't take the Mona Lisa out in the rain, and I similarly don't buy the argument that "custom" rifles are only "shooters"...  

I do like your taste!!!  Would you consider a Biesen built on a '98 Mauser (or other action) or are you only a Model 70 guy?  Don't worry, I don't own any Biesen (or anyone else's) customs, so I'm not trying to sell something.

Lou

Sounds very fair

I am trying to make shipping easy on myself, and thinking of selling the stock and action separately. Would it be a losing proposition? I am looking to get $1K plus shipping. Can't post pictures here.