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| Crosman140 |
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Hi all,
I'm 43 and have been airgunning since I was about 15. My first gun was a Daisy Powerline 880. I owned it and used it until 1997 when it was finally just worn out. I then went out and bought another 880.
About 4 weeks ago, I was given my uncle's Crosman 140, which was given to him on Christmas day 1955 when he was 14 years old.
The seals on it were old and worn out, so I sent it in to Alan Schweitzer. (http://abairgun.com/)
Wow, he does great work. Exactly 2 weeks turnaround time. When I received it back from him, I took it down to the basement and shot a 3/4" group at 11 yards from the shoulder with only my front elbow down.
I have some questions and stories to share, so thanks for this forum.
Here is everything that came with the Crosman 140. Yes, the Crosman papers were included.
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My Critter Gitters
.22 Crosman 140 (1955)
.177 Crosman G1 (2009)
.177 Crosman 1377 (2009)
.177 Daisy 880 (2019)
BB Daisy Red Ryder (2012)
BB Daisy Buck (2019)
BB Crosman 1600 (1980)
BB Marksman 1010 (1979) |
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| Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2008 7:36 pm |
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| lauchlin |
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| spoon handle 140 with the box very nice the box is worth as much as the gun |
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| Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2008 10:55 pm |
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| AirGunEric |
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Looks to be in very good condition- did your uncle not use it very often, or was he just super-careful with it?
And, Welcome to AirGunHome.com! |
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| Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2008 1:04 am |
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| kanyon |
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Very nice indeed.
Yer don't see alot with boxes
and papers' A real keep sake |
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| Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2008 6:56 am |
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| fritz |
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Welcome to the forum.
I suggust you store that gun at my house... make sure it stays safe. *wink* |
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| Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2008 8:39 am |
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| Crosman140 |
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Hey everyone,
Thanks for the warm welcome.
lauchlin: Wow, I thought it was cool that it was still in the box with all the paper, but I didn't realize that a pelgun box gained value.  Interesting. 
AirGunEric: My dad (my uncle's brother) had the gun in his basement for some reason. He found it and gave it to me. I think it was stored in my grandparents' basement and when they died, my dad put it in his basement. My parents decided to move into a condo, so they "cleaned" things out and gave me the gun. I was very grateful.
Apprently, my uncle didn't use it much. The wood only shows minor cracks from being dry, but no wear from being used. I don't think he used it much. Maybe he couldn't pump it. lol It pumps pretty stout.
kanyon:For sure. I would have been satisfied with just the gun. Bonus!
fritz:Thanks for the friendly offer.  It's nice to know there are guys like you watching my 6.
Looks like this is a pretty active forum. Should be fun. |
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My Critter Gitters
.22 Crosman 140 (1955)
.177 Crosman G1 (2009)
.177 Crosman 1377 (2009)
.177 Daisy 880 (2019)
BB Daisy Red Ryder (2012)
BB Daisy Buck (2019)
BB Crosman 1600 (1980)
BB Marksman 1010 (1979) |
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| Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2008 9:21 am |
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| Slavia |
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| Welcome to the forum, neighbor! Mind that you don't point that contraption north, cuz there aren't enough trees or hills between us to stop the pellet. |
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| Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2008 9:25 am |
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| Crosman140 |
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| Slavia wrote: |
| Welcome to the forum, neighbor! Mind that you don't point that contraption north, cuz there aren't enough trees or hills between us to stop the pellet. |
226 miles north of me. If you hear a wizzing sound go past your ears, it's just me giving you a friendly "wave."  |
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My Critter Gitters
.22 Crosman 140 (1955)
.177 Crosman G1 (2009)
.177 Crosman 1377 (2009)
.177 Daisy 880 (2019)
BB Daisy Red Ryder (2012)
BB Daisy Buck (2019)
BB Crosman 1600 (1980)
BB Marksman 1010 (1979) |
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| Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2008 10:19 am |
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| broommaster2000 |
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Your name makes sense. Welcome aboard! 
Nice rifle by the way. |
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| Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2008 2:26 pm |
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| Crosman140 |
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| broommaster2000 wrote: |
Your name makes sense. Welcome aboard!
Nice rifle by the way. |
Thanks. I really like the rifle.
And it was either I called myself Crosman140 or else DaisyPowerline880. For some reason, The Crosman inspired me as a higher quality gun than my Daisy.  |
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My Critter Gitters
.22 Crosman 140 (1955)
.177 Crosman G1 (2009)
.177 Crosman 1377 (2009)
.177 Daisy 880 (2019)
BB Daisy Red Ryder (2012)
BB Daisy Buck (2019)
BB Crosman 1600 (1980)
BB Marksman 1010 (1979) |
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