Thread: Collecting and the Lebel Model 1886 rifle

I have tried to internally deny the fact I'm a collector for a while... more a shooter that likes interesting rifles.
However, the reality is my interest lies in the the development of technology in firearms overtime and I wish to collect certain firearms to have a representative spectrum of this development. I also like all the different types of actions used in history.
I'm not a purist though, I'm happy with reproductions as I intend to shoot things not admire "patina". Which from my experience seems to be rust soaked in oil and is a lack of maintenance.

One rifle I'm really interested in is the Lebel Model 1886. The first military firearm to use smokeless powder. But I've never seen one in New Zealand and I don't seem to be able to find a trace of them in the auction catalogues I've managed to review. My question is are there any here and if you've got one share some pictures?