Cooper Firearms Model 38 Classic .17 AH 22″ Single Shot Bolt Rifle MFD 2005
SOLD FOR: $1647
LSB#: 211129KH08
Make: Cooper Firearms
Model: 38 Classic
Serial Number: 2033
Year of Manufacture: 2005 (Test Target)
Caliber: .17 AH
Action Type: Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked with the serial number at the breech and “Cooper Arms Model 38” at the midsection. The left side of the barrel is marked “COOPER FIREARMS OF MONTANA, INC., STEVENSVILLE, MT USA” and “17 AH” on the chamber. The underside of the bolt handle is hand-marked “2033”.
Barrel Length: 22”
Sights / Optics: There is no provision for iron sights. The top of the receiver is installed with a pair of bases.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is chekcered AA Claro walnut with a capped pistol grip, straight comb, sling studs front & rear, and solid black rubber buttpad. There are light handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures approximately 13 3/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the solid black rubber basketweave buttpad. The recoil pad exhibits light wear. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Matte Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are light handling marks. There are a few little marks on the bolt knob from use. There is standard operational wear. The screw heads are mostly sharp, there is light wear on the stock screw. The markings are deep. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The trigger is light and crisp. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a serial matching shipping sleeve and box with styrofoam containing paperwork including a manual and test target.
Our Assessment: This is a Model 38 Classic bolt action rifle from Cooper Firearms of Montana. Cooper made their way into the rifle market producing high-quality rifles at “affordable” prices, though their quality means that affordable is in relation to rifles such as Blaser, Dakota and other high-end manufacturers. Beginning in 1990 a handful of former employees from Kimber of Oregon, with over 50 years in combined experience, set out to design and build the finest production rifles made in the United States. They have been known as one of the top makers of bolt action rifles ever since. This example has a 22″ barrel chambered for .17 AH with a beautiful AA Claro walnut stock and a matte blued finish. This is a gorgeous rifle that will make short work of paper targets and varmints alike. Please see our photos and good luck!