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Awhile back I had to sell my Gp100 Match Champion due to unfortunate circumstances. It was hard to let go because it was easy on my hands, accurate, and .357 mag is readily available. Now that I’m in a position to start looking for a replacement, I’m considering alternative brands, models, and calibers. I have my preferences, but what gets you DA enthusiasts excited for a range day?

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These are great guns! I'm really surprised it hasn't sold yet. I have one and love it! If you were closer, I'd likely own two.

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Weldwood contact cement. In a well ventilated area.

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At one time I had several FNS examples; those have all been pared down to one FNS longslide which I will probably hang onto for a while. I had hopes that the trigger could be made better, but aside from some spring replacement, not much was forthcoming. I also had a few 509s, including the Tactical and the LS Edge, but the triggers were so tough on those that they didn't last long either.

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I was given one of these when I was 10 from my dad. It's a 231xxxxx SN, so close to yours. Mines either a 77 or 79. I gave it to my son when he turned 10 a few years ago. Both my sons, nieces, little brothers all killed their first deer with it. Can't go wrong with them.

As someone who primarily shops for relatively budget milsurp rifles, I'll point out that on the lowest end you are looking at limited models and frequently in poor condition (or non-functional). For examples of non-functional, drill purpose SMLEs have been around under 150, trainer Arisakas under 300. Debatably functional, the sort of low grade stuff from the likes of RTI. For something functional at this price point you may have to be willing to drive for a deal, or get lucky at a gun show. But sometimes you can find basic M91-30 mosins, Spanish or Turkish Mausers, SMLE Mk1*** in poor condition, Carcanos, and some other less common or less generally desirable guns at or a bit below that. Just takes some patience, tempered expectations, and a whole heap of luck.