Have a sweet little 1902 (or is it 1907?) vintage 1892 Winchester rifle (not carbine) in 32-20 that isn't much of a shooter. Slick action, 60-70% condition and excellent mechanically. Bore looked a bit rough when I bought it but sometimes rough bores shoot just fine, this one doesn't. I want to shoot BP and lead (of course!) in this rifle and the bore is badly fouled after 10-20 rounds. Doesn't shoot SP any better, just less fouling.
Bore has moderate pitting especially in the bottom. Has what appears to be longitudinal scratches for at least 10-12 inches near the center of the barrel. Rifling is pretty good. Collector value is not a big consideration for me, I seldom sell a rifle and bought this rifle as a shooter.
Re-boring doesn't seem to be a viable option and I really like the 32-20 cartridge. Any things I need to consider or check before I ship it off to be re-lined? Who around here does this kind of work on a regular basis? I've outlived the gunsmiths that have done the best work for me in the past.