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Post by jethro on Sept 13, 2009 15:30:16 GMT -5
First off, allow me to extend my appreciation to Hardrada 55 for the great job he is doing in administrating this forum.
Now then, to the topic. How do I go about appraising my weapon. I was told because it has a rubber recoil pad, it decreases the value as well as, the fact it is drilled for a modern scope. (please note the recoil pad is model # 00001 from the "White Line" mfg. company, and I am assuming it is the first of their production). I sent an e-mail and asked for clarification. They never responded, even though their website stated they would reply in three working days.
Any suggestions on how to assess the condition?
Again, thanks for the help you've been providing.
Jethro.
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Post by Hardrada55 on Sept 13, 2009 17:32:17 GMT -5
The easiest way is to put some good pictures on this forum and let the guys give you their opinions about value. Value is dependent on condition, which is usually expressed in terms of the percentage of how much original blue is left on the metal and the percentage of how much original finish is left on the wood. It also takes into account things like dents in the barrel jacket, chips out of wood, non-original holes in the metal and wood, etc. Special features like factory checkering, special grades of wood, rare factory optional sights can add to value. Things like non-original recoil pads, extra holes drilled in the metal or wood, can reduce value. Words though, never do seem to do an adequate job in conveying the information about condition when compared to what a picture can provide.
Value can also vary depending on what part of the country you are in. I know for Remington Model 8s, they still use them quite a bit in the Northeast, the upper mid-west (like Michigan and Minnesota) and in the Pacific Northwest and so I would expect prices to be higher in that part of the country. The internet is sort of decreasing variations in price across the country.
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Post by jethro on Sept 14, 2009 2:35:50 GMT -5
Thanks again for your response and, once again, I shall attempt to e-mail pics. Jethro.
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Post by bigtime on Dec 23, 2009 19:53:22 GMT -5
I recently gained possesion of a Model 1910 with the serial number 11645 and a name engreved also, It has no other stampings or marks on it but is in good condition with the fancy woodwork. I have no idea of value so if someone could help I would appreciate any info
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Post by Hardrada55 on Dec 24, 2009 12:14:26 GMT -5
Welcome to the board, Bigtime. Is there checkering on the forearm and the wrist of the stock? The easiest way is to put some good pictures on this forum and let the guys give you their opinions about value. Value is dependent on condition, which is usually expressed in terms of the percentage of how much original blue is left on the metal and the percentage of how much original finish is left on the wood. It also takes into account things like dents in the barrel jacket, chips out of wood, non-original holes in the metal and wood, etc. Special features like factory checkering, special grades of wood, rare factory optional sights can add to value. Things like non-original recoil pads, extra holes drilled in the metal or wood, can reduce value. Words though, never do seem to do an adequate job in conveying the information about condition when compared to what a picture can provide.
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