I wanted one since I first heard of them back in the mid 80's or so I suppose. Three or four years ago, I finally got one. Made in 1984, with a 2x7 "Made in Japan" Simmons scope, it is a fine looking rifle. There might be others that shoot better, I don't know. I know when this one cracks, squirrels fall over. I've never shot anything through it but Federal Bulk Pack hollow points from Wal-Mart.