I was at a local retailer that deals in new and used guns to give a third look at a Winchester M54 270 WCF. This was when I noticed what I believe to be the S/N (I don't pretend to be an expert) of #59 that was stamped on the right forward side of the receiver. As stated, I'm not an expert on anything but this seems to be an incredibly LOW S/N for any firearm. This place has it priced at $899 and they are known to offer new firearms at full MSRP and used firearms for about full market value + about 10%.
It is a little rough, particularly the stock. It has a thin schnabel forend and looks like long ago someone stripped it and coated it with linseed oil. The stock also has a very old rubber butt pad. The receiver has turned a plumb color over the years and the rear blade sights are a little floppy. Over all, the metal is nice.
My question is, what do I make of this? If the S/N is that low, does it add a premium even in it's decrepit state?
Let me know what you think.
Nunya
It is a little rough, particularly the stock. It has a thin schnabel forend and looks like long ago someone stripped it and coated it with linseed oil. The stock also has a very old rubber butt pad. The receiver has turned a plumb color over the years and the rear blade sights are a little floppy. Over all, the metal is nice.
My question is, what do I make of this? If the S/N is that low, does it add a premium even in it's decrepit state?
Let me know what you think.
Nunya
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