A shame what was done to that rifle. The upper hand guard can be replaced easily enough. If it were mine, I'd make a new 'ear' section and braze or weld it on to restore some of it's dignity... but that's me.
Here is my 1918 built all correct Eddystone...
I use T-9 Boeshield on all my firearms and machine tools. I spray it on (aerosol can) or dip, let sit a while then wipe the excess off. It displaces moisture and leaves a protective, waxy film.
I've been asked a few times out of curiosity, not contempt. My usual response has been, "I like the challenge of improving my accuracy. It is no different than throwing darts or shooting hoops. I also like that guns are interesting mechanically and I like to modify or improve them as I see...
I generally don't wear,or for that matter, buy anything that has blatant advertising on it, guns or anything else.
I'm a Jeep guy and I refuse to buy any aftermarket accessories that have the manufacturers name or logo cut into the part... pretty common.
I also won't plaster manufacturer's...
Mine had been tinkered with by one of those 'challenged' people RugerMcMarlin mentioned. The ratchet on the extractor had been (very poorly) ground down. I believe this was because the barrel had been adjusted in to far and the cylinder wouldn't close.
While waiting for a replacement...
Looks like a model 15-2. Is it a Monson, MA gun?
They are very accurate and very versatile with interchangeable barrels and barrel shrouds.
Visit the danwessonforum for more info. Parts and the barrel tool are available from one of the members and from Dan Wesson Arms... owned by CZ USA...
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