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December 9, 2002
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Steve,
Well said, as I’ve tried to explain in detail just that, and you’ve picked up on it. Some of the dark and hardened grease or father time in some hard to get at places, which I could have gotten too with my capabilities, needed to stay on the carbine.
As I stated, the crud and rusted gunk inside, needed to get removed, (IMHO), and some wiping down internally, was justified in the hidden areas, and being careful to use the right stuff, so as not to take off more than was needed or wanted. Then, a light gun grease applied inside, preventing moisture, and unwanted wear and tear, that can happen due to poor storage also. 
I’m in agreement with you as far as once you get started, to try not to go too far on it! Some can’t do that! Don’t get me wrong as their are some pieces, that could be resurrected, to as close to original as possible, without a full refinishing or restoration! IMO!
Tony
May 2, 2009
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Tony,
Those are Inspection or tests the barrel went through. The first 73’s had “CCC” then it went to”+++” for a short time at the end of the first models and then it was “123” for the rest of production. You will find barrel without them.
Bob
WACA Life Member--- NRA Life Member---- Cody Firearms member since 1991 Researching the Winchester 1873's
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