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I bought the first item on the page. Contrary to the note the serial number is 22665, they read it upside down.
I will take some of my own pics and make my own observations but would like to hear what anyone’s opinion is of it.
I did buy it, with some apprehension but don’t regret doing so. One observation I have made is that it hasn’t been messed with. Whatever is there is original. The action is tight, and all screw heads are straight and clean. It makes my 73 feel like an old jalopy.
It wasn’t cheap but I think it was worth the $1500 but could be wrong. I know that no matter what 45-60 isn’t the most popular chambering but there is a little sexiness about it.
The white stripes are paint and I’m sure they are from the period and not some fantasy addition.
My initial thoughts are to soak it in cleaning oils for a good period of time and slowly clean off whatever wants to go away. I see a lot of blue color between the surface rust and it doesn’t look like there is any or any significant pitting.
The white striping worries me, should I chance it being removed?
Please give me some opinions so I can decide how to proceed.
Thanks, Jeff
How long is the barrel? Standard on Model 1876 was 28″. It looks shorter than that in the picture. Could still be correct. I would try Hoppes No.9 or Kroil on a Q-tip on the paint. I would start on the spots on the muzzle to make sure it isn’t going to be discolored under the paint when it is removed. Copper wool and Kroil work very good on removing crud and rust. Don’t use steel wool. No matter how fine it is, it will leave scratches in the blue. Copper wool is what I use. How is the bore?
Dana
dane62 said
I would try Hoppes No.9 or Kroil on a Q-tip on the paint.
You’ll be “trying” for a very long time. Lacquer thinner might do it, but if not, methyl chloride paint remover; neither affects metal, and in any case, looks like there’s no original finish to worry about anyway.
You’ll be “trying” for a very long time. Lacquer thinner might do it, but if not, methyl chloride paint remover; neither affects metal, and in any case, looks like there’s no original finish to worry about anyway
If it is old interior latex paint, it should come off fairly easily. If it will soften with Hoppes or Kroil and a light scrubbing with copper wool, that is a good place to start. I would tread lightly before jumping in with both feet.
Dana
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