Any TC MZ is going to be a good gun. They made alot of variations of the MZ rifle, like the New Englander, and the PA Hunter.

The New Englander was brought out as a less expensive rifle. Cheaper than their Renegade and Hawken. Not necessarliy a cheap made rifle. Just more plain Jane.

The New Englander could also be bought as a combo with an added shotgun barrel. I sold a bunch of those.

Overall the New Englander is a qualtiy built rifle with a good walnut stock. If there is not bore rust then you have got a nice rifle. Enjoy it with good old loose BP, and a PRB or a conical.

Some pictures would be nice. Don't ya know you are always suppose to post pictures?? Tom.