Hi everyone!
I am a new member, so I am really sorry if such questions have been asked in the past.
I am currently in the process of buying my first "mid end" rifle, and my "trainer" (my univercity's shooting coach) has found two used Anschütz rifles.
https://imgur.com/a/voe7Kzd
The orange one goes for 700€ while the clean wooden one for 450€. Price inkludes what us on the picture. I want (and do at the univercity) shoot prone (english match).
Proof of grouping is not aveliable, the shooter sells his rifles due to retiring from shooting.
So long I have used a stock CZ Mod.3
Thank you guys.
Wgich one would you guys recommend, is the price justified?
Buying a rifle as a beginner
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Re: Buying a rifle as a beginner
Krieger,
The orange rifle appears to be an Anschutz 1813 Supermatch, Anschutz's best rifle from 1980-87. Possibly it is one of the special 84 Olympic run of 1000 rifles. I can't be more precise from just this photo.
The "clean wooden" rifle is a Feinwerkbau 2600 Universal. It was also built in the 1980s.
Assuming both barrels are in equally good condition, I'd pick the Anschutz 1813 as the stock can be adjusted to fit you much better than the Feinwerkbau can. The Anschutz is 1-1.5kg heavier than the FWB (6-6.5kg vs 5kg); the barrel is longer and thicker, and there's more metal in the stock. For an adult male the heavier Anschutz will be more stable. However, many women (and a few smaller men) will find it too heavy.
As for price, it's very hard to say as you have not told us where you are. €700 equates £600 GBP, which is not the cheapest deal for an 1813, but not the most expensive. I bought an 1811 (same barrel more basic stock) for about €60 last year.
The orange rifle appears to be an Anschutz 1813 Supermatch, Anschutz's best rifle from 1980-87. Possibly it is one of the special 84 Olympic run of 1000 rifles. I can't be more precise from just this photo.
The "clean wooden" rifle is a Feinwerkbau 2600 Universal. It was also built in the 1980s.
Assuming both barrels are in equally good condition, I'd pick the Anschutz 1813 as the stock can be adjusted to fit you much better than the Feinwerkbau can. The Anschutz is 1-1.5kg heavier than the FWB (6-6.5kg vs 5kg); the barrel is longer and thicker, and there's more metal in the stock. For an adult male the heavier Anschutz will be more stable. However, many women (and a few smaller men) will find it too heavy.
As for price, it's very hard to say as you have not told us where you are. €700 equates £600 GBP, which is not the cheapest deal for an 1813, but not the most expensive. I bought an 1811 (same barrel more basic stock) for about €60 last year.
Last edited by Tim S on Wed Apr 16, 2025 4:25 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Re: Buying a rifle as a beginner
Dear Tim!
Thank you for your answer. I am from Austria. I am a student so that's why I am asking if the 1813 is worth, as I am planning to buy it for at least 2-3 yeats, if more (depending how I improve)
Thank you for your answer. I am from Austria. I am a student so that's why I am asking if the 1813 is worth, as I am planning to buy it for at least 2-3 yeats, if more (depending how I improve)
Re: Buying a rifle as a beginner
The Anschutz "APPEARS" to be a better rifle and I agree with Tim S above. However, note that they are both "pistol grips" and know that some people like this and some do not. If I'm reading the symbols correctly, 700 euros is the price for the Anschutz. You'll have to add in shipping, taxes, any required import duties, and any other applicable costs. On the other hand, if the rifle is nearby, go see it, feel it, lie down with it, and see what you think. Also: (1) ask how many rounds have gone through it. A rifle this old may be coming due for a new barrel. (#2) factor in what sights you'll be using - they can be expensive (3) what kind of ammo has the owner been shooting (4) run a cleaning patch through the barrel and if there are any "blank spots" know that you'll need a new barrel (5) check the crown for damage (6) see how the trigger feels... is it a two stage or one stage and how does it feel reference the trigger weight and also when the trigger is pulled. If everything above looks good, the Anschutz will be a good investment.
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Re: Buying a rifle as a beginner
I might be wrong, but I think the rifle is in Austria where the OP lives. He isn't shipping internationally (although within the EU there are no import duties).40xguy wrote: ↑Wed Apr 16, 2025 5:35 pm The Anschutz "APPEARS" to be a better rifle and I agree with Tim S above. However, note that they are both "pistol grips" and know that some people like this and some do not. If I'm reading the symbols correctly, 700 euros is the price for the Anschutz. You'll have to add in shipping, taxes, any required import duties, and any other applicable costs. On the other hand, if the rifle is nearby, go see it, feel it, lie down with it, and see what you think.
I'm not sure you would get an aluminium stock with an articulated grip for €700. But, it's a good suggestion to a least lie down with the rifle (with shooting jacket of course). I'd add a caveat that if the seller is much larger or smaller than @Kreiger, the 1813 may not fit well until it has been re-adjusted. Viewing with his coach would be even better
Last edited by Tim S on Thu Apr 17, 2025 2:42 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Re: Buying a rifle as a beginner
That 1813 would likely fetch $1500 here in the states.