My .470 Francotte at Champlins

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24 June 2018, 08:24

577NitroExpress

My .470 Francotte at Champlins

If anyone is interested in a solid, vintage pre-WWII .470 NE made by Francotte for a good price, mine is listed at Champlins. Many members here have handled and fired this rifle.

I have had it at Champlin's for about two years and after consulting with George, we have dropped the price. I have a heafy college tuition bill due for my oldest step-daughter and her financial aide package wasn't as robust as we had hoped.

So, if you are looking for an excellent DR in the popular .470 NE caliber, give George a ring. JJ has inspected it and George will give you an honest, no BS opinion about it. The rifle's description with photos can be found here:

http://champlinarms.com/Defaul...StyleID=3&GunID=2941

Cheers,

Paul

24 June 2018, 17:30

Dutch44

I have handled this rifle several times and it is clean abd extremely well balanced. Don't let the recoil pad length dissuade your decision as it is a very comfortable rifle. I didn't purchase it because I was feeding two .475 No. 2's, a 450-400 and 450 3 1/4 plus my .500 Westley and just couldn't justify the extra caliber. I don't know the owner or have any connection to this sale. Just an honest and great buy by a great maker at that price and trying to be objective.

24 June 2018, 20:14

Bill73

I know the owner & have handled this rifle in camp,great gun a classic,& a solid guy to deal with.

24 June 2018, 21:25

577NitroExpress

Dutch44:

Thanks for your honest opinion about the rifle. I love it, and hate to part with it, but my kids come first - the stuff us dads have to do...

Bal:

Miss you dear friend. I hope all is well up there in Michigan.

Paul

11 July 2018, 00:07

Rusty

I agree a beautiful, well cared for, double!

Rusty
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