clanhanson
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I picked up a 1944 DOU k98 Mauser from an auction recently which is all original/matching (including bolt) except for the floor plate. Minor patina/wear but 90-95% bluing remains, and stock is in great shape and has its original finish. Original sight hood and cleaning rod also. I think I overpaid but I couldn't let it go. My concern is that since it's such a nice example, would it behoove oneself to keep it safely locked away, only to fondle every so often or to go and enjoy it (with a replacement stock to avoid damage to the original)? Decisions, decisions...