Ross .22 military trainer
- Thread starter Lebel
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Perhaps $300-$400?
Cantom is pretty well right on. Unfortunately the service period of the Ross 1912 Cadet coincides with the ubiquitous use of corrosive black powder .22 ammunition, resulting in the poor condition of many Ross 1912 bores.
Collector's Source has been holding onto a similar Cadet for a while priced at $650.00. Their prices are always very high compared to market value.
There are a few things any potential buyer should check besides the bore. First, I would recommend removing the Cadet from its stock and checking the three-pronged leaf spring. On many Cadets, poor metallurgical practices have resulted in a very brittle middle prong which is often broken by slight forward pressure on the trigger when the rifle is disassembled. The extractor is also often damaged or broken.
If you have pictures of your rifle, I would be interested in seeing them!
Collector's Source has been holding onto a similar Cadet for a while priced at $650.00. Their prices are always very high compared to market value.
There are a few things any potential buyer should check besides the bore. First, I would recommend removing the Cadet from its stock and checking the three-pronged leaf spring. On many Cadets, poor metallurgical practices have resulted in a very brittle middle prong which is often broken by slight forward pressure on the trigger when the rifle is disassembled. The extractor is also often damaged or broken.
If you have pictures of your rifle, I would be interested in seeing them!
Which variation do you have? Three choices. Military version will have all manner of stamps in the wood on the right side of the buttstock (the more the better, IMHO!)It will be one of the four Contracts, defined by serial number- Letter first, then number over either 1913/14/15 or 16.(Unlike CF Ross rifles)
If it's Commercial, it will likely be finished a little better than a Military, with a four or five-digit serial on the left side of the barrel, just ahead of the receiver. The third variation will show neither, but may have tiny Inspectors marks in the walnut behind the triggerguard. These are considered to be "Clean-ups" from leftovers after the Canadian Gummint expropriated (stole) the Plant from Sir Charles.FMV? Depending on condition, of course, around $500, with a premium for a well-marked Military version. As always; a photo would be appreciated.
If it's Commercial, it will likely be finished a little better than a Military, with a four or five-digit serial on the left side of the barrel, just ahead of the receiver. The third variation will show neither, but may have tiny Inspectors marks in the walnut behind the triggerguard. These are considered to be "Clean-ups" from leftovers after the Canadian Gummint expropriated (stole) the Plant from Sir Charles.FMV? Depending on condition, of course, around $500, with a premium for a well-marked Military version. As always; a photo would be appreciated.
