Winchester 73

Bob Winchester · Post by **Bob Winchester** » Tue Apr 05, 2011 3:57 pm

Got it today, will try to post some images later. My local gun dealer says I got killed caused it has been sanded. He said not more than $350. I paid $650.

It's number is 6040XXB. It was made in 1909 I guess. It has a crisp action. I have not tested it. Live and learn I guess.

gamekeeper · Post by **gamekeeper** » Tue Apr 05, 2011 4:32 pm

I still think you did alright!

Griff · Post by **Griff** » Tue Apr 05, 2011 5:19 pm

Sanded? Hopefully its just the wood. But even so, you weren't buying a "collectible" in the 1st place. Shooters in mdl 1873 easily go for $700+. And "shooters" covers a multitude of flaws. If the action is tight, bore cleanable, the furniture is almost immaterial.

JB · Post by JB » Tue Apr 05, 2011 5:30 pm

I'll gladly give your dealer $450 for all the workable 73's he buys for $350.

ollogger · Post by **ollogger** » Tue Apr 05, 2011 6:33 pm

Bob you didnt get hurt, id watch your dealer & see what he wants for a beat up 94 that he has in his shop, I doubt if he gets in many 73s

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