Hi, sorry I didn't get a notification and just found this thread again!
Thanks very much for the interest/advice. I actually showed him the Ultra SE which is an option and as much as I highly rate the quality of BSA (and build quality is a big thing to me, and reliability) it just didn't feel too "right" in the hand (mine OR his). Its very short and stumpy, with a pretty thick stock and palm grip. He only has small hands, and like me he like the look of a traditional style rifle. I saw a Webley Raider in the shop and we both liked it, it just felt SOOO right in the hand. I wouldn't touch