New one on the way(sorta)

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I have a Old Timer (77OT) on the way. It is a little rusty and I'm sure I paid too much, but, what the hell. This is my first Muskrat and I can't w*it to try out this pattern. Can anyone tell me if it has one or two back springs.
Thanks,
Paul
 

tongueriver

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The Old Timer version will have two springs. The open stock precursor can have either one or two.
 

ea42

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Ya done good Paul, aside from a little rust that one doesn't appear to have been used at all. Mint ones go for between thirty and forty or so dollars, a bit more with the box.

Eric
 
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Yeah, in fact I think I spot some of that factory grease on that one. If you are using it, it has it's whole life ahead of it. :thumbup:

I've sold a couple new in the box that topped $55.00. It's a very good deal. I sure prefer when sellers use USPS instead of UPS too.
 
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Thanks guys, I feel alot better about the purchase.

There is a nice thread over in traditionals that talks about cleaning old ones up. Figured I'd clean her up and then force a nice pattina on her. I've used a white vinegar bath in the past with good results but I'm thinking about sticking it in a potato overnight.

I've heard great things about Schrade's 1095 steel and can't wait to try it out.

Paul
 
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:thumbup:Schrade + "Rat" = and you'll be in Muskrat love!!!:D 1095 Steel what else could a person want!!??:p
 
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