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Sunday was gun day .... my loaded M1a was the last rifle to be checked / recalibrated after the move.

With 6x42 first (that Bassett scope-mount comes with a cute little torque wrench and holds zero when removed/re-attached):

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Then with Irons, after fixing a loose front sight:

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Note to self: need bigger targets; front sight almost covers these at 100 yards .... being a little far sighted helps though :)

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ferider said:
Sunday was gun day .... my loaded M1a was the last rifle to be checked / recalibrated after the move.

With 6x42 first (that Bassett scope-mount comes with a cute little torque wrench and holds zero when removed/re-attached):

i-9VsTRK8-X2.jpg


Then with Irons, after fixing a loose front sight:

i-ht3G2t6-X2.jpg


Note to self: need bigger targets; front sight almost covers these at 100 yards .... being a little far sighted helps though :)

i-hsGsM7L-X2.jpg
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Man that's a great, fun looking rig there R.....That platform is just so good looking....... Full size and the socom\carbiny👍 versions........Love em all....👌
 
I got reminded of this thread by a comment from @norcain another thread.

This is my dad's 1873 Winchester that according to the serial number lookup was manufactured in 1876 and was purchased new by my ancestor and handed down every generation. There's a rolled up paper in the stock with the cleaning rod that lists every owner.

The rear sight spring broke off and there is a small crack on the underside of the stock but it's as functional as ever. Has an awesome patina.

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J. Doyle said:
I got reminded of this thread by a comment from @norcain another thread.

This is my dad's 1873 Winchester that according to the serial number lookup was manufactured in 1876 and was purchased new by my ancestor and handed down every generation. There's a rolled up paper in the stock with the cleaning rod that lists every owner.

The rear sight spring broke off and there is a small crack on the underside of the stock but it's as functional as ever. Has an awesome patina.

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Wow, lucky dog! Gotta love it when a classic gets handed down in the same family for almost 150 years!
 
J. Doyle said:
I got reminded of this thread by a comment from @norcain another thread.

This is my dad's 1873 Winchester that according to the serial number lookup was manufactured in 1876 and was purchased new by my ancestor and handed down every generation. There's a rolled up paper in the stock with the cleaning rod that lists every owner.

The rear sight spring broke off and there is a small crack on the underside of the stock but it's as functional as ever. Has an awesome patina.

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The 1873 might be my favorite lever action purely based on looks. That's a beauty!
 
J. Doyle said:
I got reminded of this thread by a comment from @norcain another thread.

This is my dad's 1873 Winchester that according to the serial number lookup was manufactured in 1876 and was purchased new by my ancestor and handed down every generation. There's a rolled up paper in the stock with the cleaning rod that lists every owner.

The rear sight spring broke off and there is a small crack on the underside of the stock but it's as functional as ever. Has an awesome patina.

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Handsome blade to with the sweet Winchester...👍.......What caliber?
 
J. Doyle said:
I got reminded of this thread by a comment from @norcain another thread.

This is my dad's 1873 Winchester that according to the serial number lookup was manufactured in 1876 and was purchased new by my ancestor and handed down every generation. There's a rolled up paper in the stock with the cleaning rod that lists every owner.

The rear sight spring broke off and there is a small crack on the underside of the stock but it's as functional as ever. Has an awesome patina.

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That’s awesome. Ever thought about having it restored?
 
I get that. For the most part Americans aren’t into restoring old firearms. I look at it a different way. Restoration done by a true professional (not some shade tree gunsmith) will enable it to be enjoyed for another 150 years (if done right and more than once if it actually sees use). Turnbull Restorations could make it look and function like it did the day it left the factory. If it’s not in rough shape (doesn’t appear to be) and the bore is fine I’d put it off. If a Victorian house or a 67 Shelby needs a fresh coat of paint or a rebuilt motor most people would do it. Firearms are no different. IMHO
 
jfk1110 said:
Handsome blade to with the sweet Winchester...👍.......What caliber?
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Thank you! Its .44-40
Wishfulthinker580 said:
That’s awesome. Ever thought about having it restored?
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Yes we've kicked the idea around. But......
RPZIP said:
The patina, every mark, nick etc is a 150 year family story and history.
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That's the dilemma.

I found an authentic replacement rear sight and I may fix the crack myself. After that, we're not sure what we'll do.
 
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