Thoughts on CSMC made savage/Fox CE grade guns?

[James Henry Clarke]

Always been curious about these things they’re high priced but they seem high quality. Would like to know if any forum members have experience with them?

https://www.gunsinternational.com/guns-for-sale-online/shotguns/fox-shotguns/savage-fox-sxs-ce-grade-28ga-30-barrels-with-5-screw-in-choke-tubes-make-offer-.cfm?gun_id=103471730

[Brett Trimble]

James,

I have the “A” model in 12ga. Think of it as an RBL without the round frame. IMO it has nothing to do with Fox guns. That said, it’s a well balanced, well made gun. I’ve shot lots of birds with it over 4-5 years and it’s been reliable. The “engraving” detracts from its appearance, to my eye, but it’s minimal on the “A” model.

I had the shiny stuff removed from the wood and the comb lowered, a pad installed. It fits well enough now, is good looking, will digest whatever I stuff in it. If it’s lost by the airline I wouldn’t be happy but it wouldn’t be the end of the world.

One odd thing is that the barrels are separated a little more than normal. I checked POI and regulation of pattern and they are both spot on.

When I bought mine they listed for $5k. An add on GI had mine advertised for $4.5k as I recall with the “make an offer” option. I offered $2,750 and they accepted. I’m happy with it at that price.

Brett

[Daryl Corona]

Ask your question here.
https://forum.foxcollectors.com/index.php

[James Henry Clarke]

Brett, thank you for the information I appreciate it!

[Brian Dudley]

They are attractive looking RBLs.

[Bill Murphy]

When Tony advertises "make an offer", can we expect to pay $2750 for a gun advertised at $4500? That gives buying from CSMC a whole new vibe.

[Brett Trimble]

Bill, It happened once.

[Stan Hillis]

That appears to be a lot of gun for $2750, to me. I think you did well.

What do the roll stampings, etc., look like on it? Could you post some close ups of them?

[Brett Trimble]

Stan, will do a little later today.

[Brett Trimble]

Stan, is this what you’re looking for?

[Stan Hillis]

Yes! Thank you, Brett. I had never seen the roll stampings and was very curious as to what they looked like.

I like it.

SRH

[Bill Murphy]

Does anyone else other than me think they may not be roll stamps, but laser engraved? Whatever, the markings are very professional looking.

[Kirk Potter]

They look nice, although it seems odd to me to market it as a CE grade Fox while also trying to sell “real” $20,000 CE grade Foxes.

Every time I see something like these advertised it just reinforces my opinion that the Parker Reproductions are STILL such a great value.