Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this bolt-action rifle today for a penny-start auction…this is the Romanian M69!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Romanian
Model: M69
Serial: G8158
Date of Manufacture: 1985
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 23"
Optics/Sights: Hoodled Front with Leaf Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Romanian M69 is a distinctive bolt-action rifle chambered in .22 LR, developed during a unique period in Romania’s history, specifically from 1969 to 1989. Rooted in the lineage of Czechoslovakian firearms, the M69 draws inspiration from the Brno Model 1, which was initially created during World War II for German training purposes. After the war, this model became widely recognized and served as a blueprint for various .22 training rifles in the Warsaw Pact nations. The Romanian government, responding to the socio-political climate following the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia in 1968, needed an efficient solution for training the large numbers of citizens who joined the paramilitary Patriotic Guards. The M69 was designed to fulfill this need, emphasizing quick and cost-effective production without sacrificing the essential characteristics that made its predecessors successful.
Model: M69
Serial: G8158
Date of Manufacture: 1985
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 23"
Optics/Sights: Hoodled Front with Leaf Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Romanian M69 is a distinctive bolt-action rifle chambered in .22 LR, developed during a unique period in Romania’s history, specifically from 1969 to 1989. Rooted in the lineage of Czechoslovakian firearms, the M69 draws inspiration from the Brno Model 1, which was initially created during World War II for German training purposes. After the war, this model became widely recognized and served as a blueprint for various .22 training rifles in the Warsaw Pact nations. The Romanian government, responding to the socio-political climate following the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia in 1968, needed an efficient solution for training the large numbers of citizens who joined the paramilitary Patriotic Guards. The M69 was designed to fulfill this need, emphasizing quick and cost-effective production without sacrificing the essential characteristics that made its predecessors successful.
Featuring a 23-inch barrel with a blue finish, the M69 is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Its smooth hardwood stock provides a comfortable grip, making it suitable for beginners and experienced shooters alike. The rifle is equipped with a hooded front sight and a leaf rear sight, ensuring accurate targeting for training purposes. One of the key design goals was to produce a rifle that was both reliable and affordable, which was crucial given Romania’s economic constraints at the time. The M69’s straightforward bolt-action mechanism not only allows for ease of use but also contributes to its reputation as a reliable training rifle. As a result, the M69 became an essential tool for instilling basic marksmanship skills among a generation of Romanian shooters, leaving a lasting legacy in the country’s firearm history.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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