Back in the late 1970's through early 1980's I had no money, so I started buying military surplus rifles. . .WWII and earlier. Most were in the $30 range. I remember the British rifles were higher going for around $45 for nice ones. Got most all of them, but stayed away from American rifles because they were just too costly for me. Getting the bayonets later was a much more difficult task. I finally had more money, and was able to afford them. The French and Russian bayonets from WWI were the most difficult to locate. It was a fun hobby and resulted in about 25 different rifles.

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Dr. B