My Top 3 Picks from Royal Tiger Imports right Now!

[@BattlefieldCurator]

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[@ArnhemKnight88]

Stay away from RTI at all costs. Absolutely terrible company that failed with their original dream. Let them fail again. Awful customer service!

[@shrekswamp1147]

Nerd

[@TomR61]

Anyone who buys from them obviously hasn't read their reviews. 😮

[@alanb2845]

I’d wager that Simpson LTD is your best bet for finding a solid variety of K31s, K11s, G96 etc etc. They update their site daily and have reasonably priced rifles. Descriptions are usually on the conservative side, but you can always call them up and speak with a sales rep. Not to mention, the vast majority of K31s imported currently are from private purchasers. The arsenals dried up a few years ago. So the chances of finding a K31 that is in very good condition are significantly higher.

[@thegreatchickenoverlord5976]

RTI is still cheaper

[@Butterybiscutbase]

@@thegreatchickenoverlord5976the thing to remember with Simpson’s though is the rifle you’re looking at buying is the one you’re getting. Which is a lot better to me than just buying one and hoping it’s good. I don’t care if RTI is cheaper, I would rather do business with Simpson’s, I have been treated with nothing but respect when I’ve gone there.

[@alanb2845]

@@Butterybiscutbase exactly, the rifle you see is the one you get. Not to mention, they have much more of selection than RTI. It’s worth it to pay the extra money rather than settling for a K31 with a chewed stock and blueing loss.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Hey thanks for sharing, Simpson LTD has a significant amount of K31 rifles in stock. Not only that, Simpson LTD tells you details about each rifle listed. They give you the bluing loss, the wood condition, and the bore condition. They’re not much more expensive than what RTI has them for right now and they’re still cheaper than K31s from some other distributors.

[@mistergrendel32]

Edelweiss Arms is also a source of K31s, K11s, etc. The rifle you see is the one you get and their descriptions are well detailed.

[@Basedmursenary]

These comments are unhinged. I’ve purchased 5 rifles from RTI, 2 of which were from Ethiopia. One was a B grade SMLE which required a lot of cleaning but it does fire and is a fun novelty. I paid like $300 for it. That’s just the going price for these types of things. The other was an M1 garand for 899 and it is in great shape. Stock is worn out but it adds to the character in my opinion and the thing functions flawlessly so I cannot be upset. My best purchase from them was the K31 (all matching and stock impeccable)… thing was 399… they could have charge wayyyyy more considering other places charge around 700 so a huge win for RTI on that one. How people can’t see the positivity in that is truly their loss. There are far more boogie men out there in the gun world. Going to Ethiopia and establishing those contacts/relationships and curating takes time. The owner of RTI did us a service by helping flood the market again with some more milsurps. He can’t control the condition they are in. I understand the gripes about advertising the condition but I haven’t felt burned by them. Milsurps are drying up and the prices are what they are now. Finding true “deals” is just not an option.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Thanks for sharing your experience with them!

[@EddieBlueHalen]

Always nice to see an unbiased 😂 gun tuber who isn’t shilling for RTI. 🤔

[@BattlefieldCurator]

I tend to stay away from many of the Ethiopian stash. The 30 carbine didn’t look too bad. Those specific Carcanos and the K31s/K11 Swiss rifles are not from Ethiopia.

[@nfaisnfgay]

@@BattlefieldCuratorkeep shillin’

[@baileysorensen9236]

I jumped on the $399 deal on the K31s! Was worried about it with all the stories I heard, but it is immaculate! 10/10 👌

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Yes, they’re straight outta Switzerland and not out of Ethiopia

[@baileysorensen9236]

Ah! I forgot about that detail! I suppose that would be the defining factor! Love your videos btw! They really inspired me to get into milsurp collecting!

[@kevinlong3992]

i missed the sale, but i just ordered one and paid extra for hand select overall condition, im still nervous though.

[@baileysorensen9236]

@@kevinlong3992 I hope you get a good one! Too bad you can’t post pictures in the comments! Let us know when it comes and your thoughts!

[@kevinlong3992]

@@baileysorensen9236 i paid for hand select they sent me one that was complete garbage, missing lots of finish and the stock had a MASSIVE crack strait through the wrist. there is no way someone actually looked at it. They have me my money back but didnt reimburse shipping and i also lost the transfer fee i paid. im absolutely done with RTI.

[@texascastblast5011]

I jumped on the Swiss K31 got mine with $399 deal

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Nice! Did it have a tag under the buttplate?

[@billdanosky]

Always make sure your surplus ammo is non-corrosive. Especially .30 Carbine ammo.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Yes, I made sure that the .30 carbine was non corrosive. LC51 was the code on them.

[@bfgivmfith]

I have a horse farm. The first rifle I bought from RTI was a Carcano. It cleaned up well, and then I discovered the Calvary model. Had to have that! Also as advertised, and I enjoy cleaning up and making historic guns functioning, especially well built one that have stood the test of time. So, my latest was a MAS 49/56 Refurbished in Excellent condition. They did not mention the bore, so I knew I was gambling a bit there. The rifle is awesome! The bore is not perfect, but I am still working on it, and I love this gun! :) I have lucked out so far with RTI! And I would not get my panties in a wad if I got one that was beyond safe and shootable. They are what they are, and as described. You could be taking on a project, which I like with the cheaper offerings, or you might just get a really nice Milsurp.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

That’s great to hear. Personally, I haven’t had but just minor issues with the weapons I have received out of Ethiopia from them. The Carcano carbines I got from them have been pretty good so far

[@psp1921tsmg]

Rti is known for garbage For every nice piece they ship. They ship many times that in garbage that’s is over graded and over priced

[@dylanwalker5248]

Why is ed bass master dressed up like Indiana Jones and talking about guns

[@BattlefieldCurator]

😂 😂 😂

[@scottybeegood]

My top pick is fook RTI

[@Basedmursenary]

Why

[@scootypooper]

did RTI sell you that swell hat too? you wear it when you ride your horsey? lol

[@BattlefieldCurator]

😂

[@stradleybidley8893]

Hularious tj me that anyjne would give rti rbe time of day, much less a vudeo. Not that you arent making good content, but most know not to trust them

[@robertbridges517]

Reloaders can easily convert 284 Winchester into Swiss... so easily that one wonders if Winchester just necked down the Swiss... just like they used the BSA 330 for the 338 Win Mag.

[@DerricksFunnyFarm]

I will be ordering from RTI. Willing to take the chance. Probably the M91 via Italy as you mentioned. Also, the Enfield No.1 Mark 3 has been on my list. Even if needing repairs I’m all for the challenge. Thanks for the tips.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Hope you get a great one! I always enjoy sharing my knowledge with you guys 😁🍻

[@jwhiskey242]

They scrub negative reviews and that is blatantly dishonest.

[@iacorrigan4115]

I was going to purchase the Italian Carcano until i found out shipping was more than the rifle. I just would not trust them with anything more expensive when there are other on line sources.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

What state are you in? That doesn’t sound right, it calculated to $25 to ship to my shop in South Carolina and the previous ones I got from them were around that same price.

[@iacorrigan4115]

I'm in Alaska

[@brysonbennett1561]

@@iacorrigan4115I wonder why it cost so much… SMH 🤦‍♂️

[@Basedmursenary]

@@iacorrigan4115well there’s your problem

[@whspioneer89]

PULVERIZED!

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Thanks 😁🍻

[@johyuujin3079]

exactly how much are they paying you to do this?

[@BattlefieldCurator]

None, this is my opinion.

[@nfaisnfgay]

@@BattlefieldCurator We all know you’re getting some sort of incentive. You can keep beating around the bush and such - but I worked with this company before. So I KNOW you’re getting something. May not be money, but may be special hand picks of rifles and discounts. We’re not fools

[@johyuujin3079]

well you are alone @@BattlefieldCurator

[@BattlefieldCurator]

@@nfaisnfgayI’m not getting any incentive from RTI. I put out a full disclosure in another video now, so thank you for letting me know this is something I need to be doing. Even Ian McCollum from Forgotten Weapons put out a full disclosure that he isn’t getting any perks from RTI so if he ain’t getting any free stuff from them then what makes you think I’d be getting free stuff???

[@timfarley274]

People look down on RTI because of the way they do business. For example, you can buy an externally refinished rifle where the barrel is worn out trash. And they don't blink an eye.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

I have heard about that and I know that other companies out there do similar things. I was actually talking with a gunsmith the other day, he was telling me that a lot of polished turds also came through in the 1960s. I take my chances on milsurps and try to make the best decisions but still get broken/ poor/ corroded stuff every so often. These three picks are what I think may be a better value than other things on their site currently.

[@behindenemylines3361]

RTI has some good deals on ammo, however they don’t ship ammo to CA ☹️

[@nfaisnfgay]

Bro these are not good deal Lmfao

[@veilsidefun]

On the carcano... i heard a disaster story where at first a guy wanted a long rifle. Not carbine because of cost thus got a carbine anyway. Turns out they forgot to "out of stock" the carbines and bothered to discount the long rifle to whatever the carbine fetch. The long gun eventually arrives and it was in perfect shape with a good bore. Only to find put after disassembly that the receiver has a crack. They ignored the guy's emails and phone calls on the complaints.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Wow 😯

[@jwhiskey242]

I was sent a Carcano carbine with a crushed trigger housing - ignored when a complaint was made of course.

[@bradg2476]

The possibly of getting a shooter out of the box good luck. I wouldn't suggest to subscribe to emails you'll be flooded just as bad a Classic firearms dose. However if you take the time and plenty of elbow grease you could have something nice. As with any military surplus don't expect much, for it comes down to luck.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

There’s always risk in buying military surplus. There are ways to mitigate risk and have a pretty good win streak. The best part about these Carcanos and the Swiss K31s is that they are not from the Ethiopian surplus batch. So the chances of getting a good shooter is very high imo.

[@nfaisnfgay]

This dudes fishy as hell

[@russwoodward8251]

Oh yeah. Was it in one of your videos that the owner of RTI said he was committed to finding ammunition for these classics as well? True to his word RTI was polling for interest on Carcano ammunition just yesterday, and a Calvery Carcano is just one of my guns from them. Thanks! Excellent topic. I see some great suggestions below from other Milsurp collectors.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Yes, it was the interview with Uli I believe. I think he said he was going to try and source 6,5 Carcano from manufactures at some point

[@Democrats-Are-Idiots]

Rip yourself off today by putting in an order with rti😂😂😂😂. Just buy a real gun. Surplus died a decade ago. Time to move on and let their greed bubble burst.

[@navyvet7665]

What! Their stuff is junk! Personal experience. Do not buy from them! At least the Ethiopian crap.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Haha! Yea these I listed off are not from Ethiopia. I am pretty sure the .30 carbine is from Ethiopia but it must have been in a sealed container.

[@johnelliott7375]

No link there

[@BattlefieldCurator]

I can see it there on my phone, I’ll have to post it in the pinned comments if it isn’t showing up for some people. Thanks for letting me know 🪖 bfcurator.company.site

[@chuckfinley3152]

“Good deals” lol surplus is way overpriced now

[@DelGTAGrndrs]

Skill issue

[@davidschaadt3460]

So many horror stories about that place.I saw a nice one at Sarco in Pa for $199. And you could check it out before you buy. I wouldn't chance on the dice roll RTI.

[@MegaBait1616]

Sarco is "The Place" .... I get something every-time I go there .......Picked up a 1903 a3 ......... be well.

[@jamesvatter5729]

Where is Sarco located?

[@MegaBait1616]

@@jamesvatter5729 , Right across the Delaware River in Pa. across from NJ.... Was in NJ but moved to a free state but Pa. is changing they voted for John Fetterman.. Always had n have everything.. Used to be in Shotgun News with great deals but the Milsurp market dried up cause of politics n computers... be well.

[@WastelandArmorer]

Ive had good luck 5 out of 6 times with RTI.

[@MegaBait1616]

@@WastelandArmorer , good I'm glad for ya.... be well.

[@chris_electrician]

Royal tiger imports sale garbage surplus rifles.

[@chrisfrank4267]

Obscenely high prices

[@Basedmursenary]

Uh, no?

[@chrisfrank4267]

@@Basedmursenary For the rusted, pitted shot out bores that make most of these walhsngers..YES THE PRICES ARE OBSCENE!!! PLUS with the U.S.A. heading towards civil war and a possible disunion of the nation and the unbelievable rise in crime. It's better to have a inexpensive PSA AR or AK then a rusted shot out pos

[@wasntmeXYZ]

Absolutely the worst people I’ve ever dealt with in my entire adult life.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

You posted the same comment on a few other of my videos. Your experience with them must have been pretty bad, please share…

[@JohnJohnson.94]

I just bought a Swiss k31 from centerfire systems. All numbers matching with magazine for cheaper than RTI without a magazine. Probably better condition too knowing RTI

[@BattlefieldCurator]

That’s awesome, I just saw the K31s that centerfire systems have in stock. Looks like a pretty good deal compared to elsewhere for sure. I also looked on RTI and they appear to be out of stock of their standard listing of K31s. I wonder if people scooped them up after I made this video? 🤔 They only have two that are left and both are individually listed. Kinda pricey though. Also, it is a common misconception that all of RTI’s surplus is in poor condition. The weapons imported from Ethiopia will be of that poor to fair condition but they got their Swiss rifles imported straight from Switzerland, not Ethiopia.

[@angelnunez9245]

Please be honest. You didn’t disclosed any relation, kickbacks or investment in RTI during this video. RTI has really poor deals, most of merchandise is VERY low quality. If you want to save money, do it right the first time even if that means some extra investment.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

That’s because I don’t get any kick backs, invest in or get any perks from RTI. Those were my opinions of three things I think are actually worth it from RTI. I have interviewed the CEO in the past and I have done a warehouse tour. Also I filmed a lot of shorts content of stuff they have for sale. I even had them check the bore on random guns to show the camera on the spot.

[@evanswinford7165]

Pulverized!!!

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Thanks 😁🍻

[@mistergrendel32]

Dan, I take it you have a Curio & Relics license? If so, what is the paperwork process when you buy a C&R firearm from a gun show or gun shop? Thanks

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Sorry I don’t, you might be able to call your local FFL dealer and find out how

[@mistergrendel32]

@@BattlefieldCurator Actually, the only paperwork required to purchase a C&R firearm by a C&R licensed holder is a signed and dated copy of the license. The license serves in lieu of the Form 4473. Gun Jesus told me that he doesn’t bother using his C&R license at a gun show/shop because the bastards always want a Form 4473. That dog don’t hunt! 😜

[@mistergrendel32]

You have NO comment about Gun Jesus’ C&R license not being honored at gun shows/shops? Wouldn’t THAT piss you off? 🤔

[@chris_electrician]

Rti has surplus garbage.

[@BattlefieldCurator]

The K31 rifles and the Caracanos mentioned in this video are not from Ethiopia. A lot of the Ethiopian surplus has been stored for decades in horrible conditions so they are pretty rough. The Carcanos mentioned here are straight from Italy and the K31 and K11s are straight from Switzerland.

[@ConradHeiz]

Add for rti

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Nope… they did not sponsor this video

[@ccc30ccc]

Thanks Dan. I just put an order in for some 1891 Carcanos with RTI. This is my first order with RTI so I took the chance hoping for some good ones. I live near the CMP South Store and I got hooked on buying M1 Garands there this year. Now I am opening up to other Surplus Military Rifles available. Great Channel!!!

[@BattlefieldCurator]

Thanks! Hope you get some good ones. Did you get the Carbines or the long rifles? Keep in mind that the specific carbines I referenced in the video are from Italy and in good to very good condition. The M1891 long rifles they have are from the Ethiopian surplus batch and may be in poor to good condition.

[@ccc30ccc]

​@@BattlefieldCuratorI purchased two 1891 Calvery Carbines with bayonet and took a chance on one long 1891 out of Ethiopia. I hope the Ethiopia rifle is not in too bad condition.

[@hartdavis5434]

@@ccc30cccplease update us when you get them!

[@ccc30ccc]

@@hartdavis5434 I am happy with them. One of the Calvery Rifles had a loose sight which I was able to fix. The other is nice. I would buy more of these. Ammo is scarce and pricey now but will probably become more available in a year or so.