Theoben SLR98

[wijib]

Got my most treasured airgun out for inspection and a fresh coat of museum wax. You will quickly notice that there is no scope. Never has been. I don't shoot it but it has been cleaned and lubed by an expert - the man who was caretake of this exquisite piece before me; @Lewis. I know, I know some of you would say it must be operated and used. I can't defend myself to all of you who say this. I just know that I can't bear to risk any damage to it because it is still pristine. I'm no collector - just the next caretaker of this airgun until the next owner comes by.

 

[Lewis]

Not just any SLR 98.22, It's a LONG to boot!!

 

[DualMagMike]

Great rifles, here's my 98 long thumbhole stock

 

[KWK]

Seems like nobody hardly ever shoots their Eliminators either. Most I see are minty when offered up.

I shoot my Theoben sometimes. Most all my guns don't have any gack marks. Unless they were there when I bought them (Like some of the guns in my extensive prewar BSA collection ). Even my hunting guns. I'm just that way.

 

[RM100GUY]

What a gem! I won't be shooting this Beeman carbine either...David Slade serviced it about a year ago, haven't pulled the trigger even once since service.

 

[Bravo1956]

One of the sexiest AG ever!

 

[JAMz]

Here is mine next to my TX200HC. Both .22. Minty as well.

 

[AirSupply]

It’s mostly the German manufacturers that I get excited about. Especially older match rifles but I have to say in terms of quality Theoben sits right there with them. Beautifully made, amazing bluing and gorgeous stocks. 
I can totally understand why your so proud of that one! 

 

[Flintsack]

Having been a huge Theoben fan for many years, there is nothing I appreciate more then one of their vintage gas rams. I’m not sure how many I’ve owned over the years, certainly over a dozen. One was an almost mint 88 field target, factory thumb hole.

I shoot all my rifles. That’s just me. I understand your desire to keep yours perfect.

I have a suggestion and I mean this with all due respect. When you pull your rifle out to clean it up and admire it. You should load it and shoot some pellets. Even if you don’t scope it. It’s a mechanical device. A highly refined mechanical device. Those parts need to move. I wouldn’t have those bearing surfaces sitting for 10 years with no movement.

If you do consider this option, you might as well make it fun. Enjoy the exquisite trigger when you pull it and the refinement of the mechanism as it cycles.

Posted with only good intentions. Nice rifle! As always.

mike 

This is the last one I will ever sell. It is a Frankenstein. The 20 caliber barrel came from a crow magnum. The stock came from a 22. I refinished it. It’s pretty much perfect.

mike

Theoben equals English art that shoots.

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[dasman]

Having been a huge Theoben fan for many years, there is nothing I appreciate more then one of their vintage gas rams. I’m not sure how many I’ve owned over the years, certainly over a dozen. One was an almost mint 88 field target, factory thumb hole.

I shoot all my rifles. That’s just me. I understand your desire to keep yours perfect.

I have a suggestion and I mean this with all due respect. When you pull your rifle out to clean it up and admire it. You should load it and shoot some pellets. Even if you don’t scope it. It’s a mechanical device. A highly refined mechanical device. Those parts need to move. I wouldn’t have those bearing surfaces sitting for 10 years with no movement.

If you do consider this option, you might as well make it fun. Enjoy the exquisite trigger when you pull it and the refinement of the mechanism as it cycles.

Posted with only good intentions. Nice rifle! As always.

mike 

This is the last one I will ever sell. It is a Frankenstein. The 20 caliber barrel came from a crow magnum. The stock came from a 22. I refinished it. It’s pretty much perfect.

mike

Theoben equals English art that shoots.

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This ^^^^^^^

 

[JEFFPPC]

If you don't use them they are just a fancy club gathering dust. It's a shame to just let finely crafted work not be used as intended. You realize like a big bag full of cash, your not taking it with you. But, they are beautiful to look at and admire.

 

[Zmonster]

Ahh yes. The SLR98. This was my holy grail many years back. I had a beauty such as yours. We parted ways unfortunately. I still think that is one of the sexiest airguns out there. I also owned a Beeman Crow Mag in .20cal. and in 25. That was another Theoben masterpiece. Thank you for posting pics. It brought back great memories.