Did anyone here get this bnz45?

Interesting rifle... not commonly seen and im sure that helped the bidding.. Yes someone here did get it.. And Im sure they will be posting the pair when he gets it.
 
Yes ,very interesting. Never seen one like this. Stock looks sanded. But could be good as a transition built between years left over 44 receivers. And yes was not cheap, over $ 3,000 with taxes and fee's. Im sure others will chime in on this one.
 
I too was watching this one. Almost bid, but I’ve bought too much recently lol. I don’t think the stock looks sanded, just light in colour. A Gusen bnz44 receiver used as a very early T block was obviously the most interesting point, but I like the thick phosphate finish too.
 

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steyr laminate stocks are more finely finished than lets say the same period Dot or byf/svw if you can believe that. I looked it over and it seems fine and the sling cut out area is raw..
The photos aren't the best and lighting effects laminate a lot.. I don't think its a green laminate stock ?? its red.. Some dirt ground into the pores.. Rifle has been apart but not tampered with Id say it had a site hood and now gone and id say it had a sling on it as well.. The bnz45's can land all over the place price wise it really just depends on the day and the example and auction.. This one went high based off the average lately but some factors were in play for one bidder at least.
 
I was also watching this one since early. As others said I found the use of the 44 Gusen receiver and overall condition/originality most interested me. Would love to see better/more detailed photos.
 
Both sides of the recoil lug have appear to have spots which are shiny. In my opinion some type of mild abrasive was used to clean up the stock. It’s far from egregious though.
 
I was the winner on this one and will post better pictures of it when I have it in hand, I purchased a T block BNZ 45 last year and about fell over when I saw the serial number on the one in the GB auction

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New BNZ 45 t block

A recent addition, early 3 digit BNZ T block with final proofs. Mostly phosphate with a few blued parts, rig included a nice late 2 stitch sling and rubber muzzle cover. The hood on it was a crappy repop that I replaced with one I had in my parts box, hopefully I will get lucky and find a nice...
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Figured I had to get it, I was a little worried about the stock as well, hoping it turns out better in hand, should make a nice comparison of two rifles from Steyr in production at the same time (literally) and differences/similarities.

Thanks, Nick
 
its not uncommon for any part of the lug above the wood line to show wear. Like the two piece type used on byf the top of the hump there typically gets buffed by the sling. I think this is possibly the case here.
 
DWM1915 said:
I was the winner on this one and will post better pictures of it when I have it in hand, I purchased a T block BNZ 45 last year and about fell over when I saw the serial number on the one in the GB auction

www.k98kforum.com

New BNZ 45 t block

A recent addition, early 3 digit BNZ T block with final proofs. Mostly phosphate with a few blued parts, rig included a nice late 2 stitch sling and rubber muzzle cover. The hood on it was a crappy repop that I replaced with one I had in my parts box, hopefully I will get lucky and find a nice...
www.k98kforum.com www.k98kforum.com

Figured I had to get it, I was a little worried about the stock as well, hoping it turns out better in hand, should make a nice comparison of two rifles from Steyr in production at the same time (literally) and differences/similarities.

Thanks, Nick
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wow... god nick 320 and 321 couldn't look more different !! very interesting.. Will make a great comparison. Glad I could help you make one more bad financial decision.. lol :ROFLMAO:
 
I’m glad this one found it’s consecutive rifle! I had to resist bidding on this one in anticipation of SOS.
 
What collectors dreams are made of...the odds of finding both have to be staggering and for both to make it through the war, not become sporterized, broken stocks/parts from possible personal use, etc...is just...WOW!
 
Congrats Nick, I don’t personally suggest it, but should you decide to take it apart please take some pictures of the receiver bottom and sides.
 
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