Bolts added to grip area to prevent cracking. Is it helpful?|Winchester .22 Rim Fire|Forum|Winchester Collector

Marvin Pipes said
I’m considering bidding on an early 1910 model 1890 that appears in sound condition for its age. What’s curious are the two bolts through grip or “handle” area, despite no apparent damage having occurred to the butt-stock. Was that a common precautionary action in the old days?  I have seen that area of the rifle crack if the rifle is in an accident. Thanks. 
  

No, that was not a common or precautionary action.  It was a “Bubba” fix for a longitudinal cracked wrist.

Bert

Marvin Pipes said

Bert H. said
  

Thanks for your prompt response, Bert. Will likely reduce is value as a collector?  
  

Yes it does.  In most cases, it takes it completely out of the “collector” market.

Bert

86Win said
My name is Don. Why do you refer to me as BUBBA. BTW REd Green was my mentor.
  

Don,

If the shoe fits…