Ok guys, got a question for you. I have a 1903 springfield rifle made by remington in 12-41; this rifle was given to me several years ago by my dad who I lost last year. My dad never fired the gun and when he gave it to me he never made any request that I not fire it he just knew I would really appreciate it. As I get older I get to thinking why am I not enjoying the gun other than just looking at it? True it will loose value if I shoot it but since I never plan to sell it then what is the difference? I will never know if my heirs will keep it or sell it off and since my daughter is my only heir right now and doesn't make a lot of money I think most will be sold off.
So what's your opinion, should I shoot it and enjoy the rifle or keep it as a safet queen and just admire it?
So what's your opinion, should I shoot it and enjoy the rifle or keep it as a safet queen and just admire it?