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That’s all I have to say…other than I’m sure not going to buy one of those books.
January 26, 2011
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Don,
I looked at this one already and had the same exact thoughts. Exceptionally Fine, Super Desirable, and with the “Rare” Octagon barrel.
Hmmmm………indeed.
~Gary~
I think the stock came off a 95. The tang cutouts at the shoulders are too long for the 94 tang and the wood fit against the receiver are off a couple degrees leaving a gap.
Erin
I sent him a message asking what the titles to his books are, and who published them.
Bert
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November 7, 2015
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I liked this part:
“FYI, I am the only accredited, certified firearm appraiser in the USA and have 45 years experience. “
I’m guessing he is the accrediting and certifying body in addition to being a legend in his own mind. Didn’t notice the barrel bob but the butt is wrong. I suspect he and I have the same publisher; Avery. 
(They manufacture 3-ring notebooks.)
deerhunter said
That’s all I have to say…other than I’m sure not going to buy one of those books.
What books? All I see is that long-winded BS pertaining to the ’94.
This is the one book the seller wrote (in its 3rd edition) – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/standard-catalog-of-winchester-firearms-joseph-cornell/1018009177
He asked me to call him to discuss my questions, and I intend to do so tomorrow… it should be an interesting conversation.
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
Bert H. said
He asked me to call him to discuss my questions, and I intend to do so tomorrow… it should be an interesting conversation.
Bert
More “interesting,” I strongly suspect, than my stomach could bear. The apparent Gun Digest connection is not reassuring.
Hope his books don’t contain as much creative writing/imaginating as does his description of that gun.
I’d rather own this one. It definitely has more “Rarity Factors” than the “super” auction piece.
Oh, I do own this one! I consider it to be in exceptional condition (for its age). I’m surprised the Museum of Modern Art in New York has yet to contact me to borrow it for a decade or so. Definitely an Artisan’s pet.
Googled that name. Not so glowing reviews.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/joseph-m-cornell-cma-asa-isa-denver
The 7/21/2015 Yelp review for Joseph M Cornell, CMA, ASA, ISA seems to be quite insightful. Looking forward to Bert’s assessment after he speaks with the guy.
"This is the West, sir. When the legend becomes fact, print the legend."
This guy thinks pretty Highly of himself. I wonder if he wears his Crown while he takes a shower.
I beg to differ with you guys..I think this guy is right on the money..It just so happens that I own a’94 rifle in the SUPER RARE 25-35 cal and it has the incredibly uncommon oct barrel.. and judging from his rifle in “exceptional” condition mine is practically Mint! I believe I will have him do an appraisal, and retire on the proceeds! anxious to here from Bert after their phone conversation…..
Hello Bert. Was wondering if you were able to have a conversation with Joseph Cornell regarding the 25-35 he has for sale and referenced in the above post?
Thanks.
25-35 said
Hello Bert. Was wondering if you were able to have a conversation with Joseph Cornell regarding the 25-35 he has for sale and referenced in the above post?Thanks.
No I have not, at least not yet. I did tell him (in an email) a little bit about my background in Winchester Arms & History.
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
The seller has some bad feedback. This was one of them…..
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cacoordes A+(1743)
02/07/2018
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Don’t know if Ray Charles is there inspector or what! Gun has a lot of use and blueing loss as well as a swelled stock. Seller stated MINT! Seller will not give tracking #. USE caution with this one
Response (left on 02/12/2018):
Just isn’t true… bad buyer!!!
Follow Up (left on 02/12/2018):
I have the pic’s,dirty and well used!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! contact us and we will show anybody that wants to see!!
Maybe that is the problem…the inspector
Bert H. said
This is the one book the seller wrote (in its 3rd edition) – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/standard-catalog-of-winchester-firearms-joseph-cornell/1018009177He asked me to call him to discuss my questions, and I intend to do so tomorrow… it should be an interesting conversation.
Bert
I think I recall having glanced at the book one time while book shopping in Barnes & Noble for my wife. It was as good and well written as the books by Dean K. Boorman. https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-history-of-winchester-firearms-dean-k-boorman/1004481565?ean=9781585743070 I have a copy of this one, I think someone christmas gifted it to me because they knew I liked “Old Guns”. Still don’t know why I have it. He must have known the same photographer as Wilson, every picture is literally copy and paste from Wilson’s books.
I wish I could make some money like these guys with their Paint by Numbers writing style. What a waste, I thought about going out and planting a tree just replace the one they wasted on the paper printing those books.
Bert, please enlighten us on your spell binding conversations with the “Expert”.
Sincerely,
Maverick
P.S. Once I do getting around to finishing any of my writings, please be blunt with me about them when reviewing. If they even have a mere resemblance of those type of books, I’ll go home and rethink my life choices and refund your money while I’m at it.
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