19 September 2004, 02:01
Cal SibleyRe: Cooper Rifles
Cooper is my next rifle. I've wanted one for years now and finally have saved up enough money. I just purchased a new Remington VLS in 6mm Rem. last year and by the time I paid to have it glass bedded, barrel floated all the way out and get rid of that damned 8lb trigger pull I could have just about paid for a Cooper. I think Cooper is an excellent rifle. Best wishes.
Cal - Montreal
20 September 2004, 15:54
MuleriderBarrel fouling is extremely minimal, especially if you are inquiring as to copper.
My sessions, bench or afield, typically do not go beyond 25-30 rounds. Maybe a long day on a PD town may show more.
Even the 17 Mach IV does not foul beyond what I expect, so another nail in the coffin on "those .17's have to be cleaned every 5 shots"....not if it's a Cooper (or even a CZ)
19 September 2004, 17:54
mehulkamdarI have never owned or shot one but a member at the Twin Cities Rod and Gun club here in Appleton, WI owns one which shoots beautifully and is superbly made. However it is a single shot and I was told that none of their centerfire rifles are available in magazine versions. They do make their rimfires in magazine versions, though.
If you enjoy sniping at vermin at immensely long ranges it would be a superb choice. Do post pictures of your rifle here after you buy it.
Good hunting!
21 September 2004, 17:05
Cal SibleyYeah, but look at the downside. Buy a Cooper and you won't get the thrill of shelling out a couple hundred dollars extra to glassbed the action, float the barrel all the way out, and experience the joy of replacing an 8 lb. trigger.
Cooper is well worth the investment. I only wish I had a dozen of them. Best wishes.
Cal - Montreal
