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Tough call between #1 and #2. The ’86 is a beautiful rifle, but I’ve not seen photos of the ’95 with its fancy wood.
If he had a special attachment to one it may be the tie breaker. I have some of my Dads guns and it means a lot to know he liked them and or shot them.
I’d pick the one Dad likes best.
Vince
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Well, after long deliberation, I chose the 1886 takedown. It was a tough decision between the 1886 takedown and the deluxe 1895. The deluxe 1895 is a beautiful gun to look at, but I’ve always preferred the tube magazine models 1886, 1892, and (mostly) the 1894 any day over the 1895. I was considering this 1895 simply because it was a deluxe model in a good caliber and in such high condition. The deciding factor was the 1886 has always been dad’s favorite and his name is also on the Cody letter. I will cherish this gun forever and never let it go. Upon my death it will be passed on to my son. Thanks again Dad!
deerhunter said
Well, after long deliberation, I chose the 1886 takedown. It was a tough decision between the 1886 takedown and the deluxe 1895. The deluxe 1895 is a beautiful gun to look at, but I’ve always preferred the tube magazine models 1886, 1892, and (mostly) the 1894 any day over the 1895. I was considering this 1895 simply because it was a deluxe model in a good caliber and in such high condition. The deciding factor was the 1886 has always been dad’s favorite and his name is also on the Cody letter. I will cherish this gun forever and never let it go. Upon my death it will be passed on to my son. Thanks again Dad!
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deerhunter said
Well, after long deliberation, I chose the 1886 takedown. It was a tough decision between the 1886 takedown and the deluxe 1895. The deluxe 1895 is a beautiful gun to look at, but I’ve always preferred the tube magazine models 1886, 1892, and (mostly) the 1894 any day over the 1895. I was considering this 1895 simply because it was a deluxe model in a good caliber and in such high condition. The deciding factor was the 1886 has always been dad’s favorite and his name is also on the Cody letter. I will cherish this gun forever and never let it go. Upon my death it will be passed on to my son. Thanks again Dad!
A wise decision!
November 7, 2015
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No bad choices, I hope the 1886 will bring you memories of your dad for many years to come.
Mike
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