Just something about "used old" guns that I can't get over, regardless if it be a M1 garand, P&R smith, Browning A5, or one of the classic pumps, I'd just much rather buy an old cosmetically worn but functional gun than a hyped up shiny NIB one. That being the said I just picked up a Remington Model 31 12ga at an auction for $110 OTD. It isn't in the best of shape but it seems to function 100%. It's about 50-60% finish, wood has deep grain but it's nicked up in many spots, matching #'s 28" barrel, BUT it has a comped polychoke on it(kind of thinking thats why it was so cheap). Personaly that doesnt bother me and actually makes it more versital. It is also by far the smoothest pumping gun I've ever handled, and I cant wait to shoot it! Not that I would even think about selling it(more of a "tell me I got a good monitary deal") but what would you expect a price to be on something like this if it was in a dealers rack?
Also I stopped by the local gun shop the other day and spotted a winchester model 12 also with a comped polychoke but it had a 18-20" barrel. Wood was in good condition, and the finish was fairly good also, I'd safely put it at about 75%+. Price was $375+tax, now this guy is almost always high on prices, so I was wondering what the going price on this would be as well.
Lastly I love to read everyones stories so if you have a classic/oldie/cheap find story that you would like to share post 'em on up!
Also I stopped by the local gun shop the other day and spotted a winchester model 12 also with a comped polychoke but it had a 18-20" barrel. Wood was in good condition, and the finish was fairly good also, I'd safely put it at about 75%+. Price was $375+tax, now this guy is almost always high on prices, so I was wondering what the going price on this would be as well.
Lastly I love to read everyones stories so if you have a classic/oldie/cheap find story that you would like to share post 'em on up!
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