Rondeggen marksmen

Looks like a .22 air rile to me - which is not illegal to purchase even today!

A 22 caliber, yes, and still legal, but then you didn't need to fill out any paperwork, no waiting period either.

Here in the UK you can walk into a 'sports' shop and buy a .177 or .22 cal rifle with only proof of age. The CO2 guns - which, in my estimation are far more dangerous - can also be purchased.

Higher powers, with increased muzzle velocity, require a Firearms certificate - but the average .22 is still a dangerous weapon in the wrong hands!

still have my 4 10 12 boar since i was afarm lad some day i will get a firearms
certificate for it but after 60 years i think its to late terry music man