chas08
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Sometimes it pays to be known for something. Where I work I'm known for my affinity for shotguns. So it wasn't unusual when a fellow employee from another department approached me with another shotgun question. But this time he wasn't seeking advice or opinions he was wondering if I new anyone who might be interested in buying his 16ga. Ithaca 37. He now had my undivided attention. He said it had been bought used 30 + years ago and had been in his closet for most of its life since he was not a hunter or much of a shooter. I agreed to stop by his home after work to take a look at it. I was pleasantly surprised to see a 16ga featherlight in about 90% condition with a 28" modified choke barrel. The serial number later proved it to be manufactured in 1957. We hadn't discussed price yet, so when I asked; How much? He stated $200 firm. A quick trip to the ATM and the gun was on it's way home with me. This is my second Model 37. I bought a 20ga. Ultrafeatherlight two years ago in 98% condition for $350. Research on the gun auction sites suggest that I didn't do badly on price. So whats next? Maybe a 12ga Featherlight in the future to round out the collection? Sometimes it pays to be known for something.
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