Gents,
BLUF ---- I've an opportunity to buy an 1873 Winchester rifle (44-40) for $850.
Now I have everybody's attention ..... I'll be getting pictures tomorrow but all I know up front is that it's a complete rifle except - it's missing the buttstock (and all hardware for it). The owner says it's in "ok" condition and his cursory internet search of the serial# shows it's 1899 mfgr (bore supposedly "ok" too).
So as I'm naïve to Winchester values, my question to you guys is: if pics confirm an "ok" condition '73 Winchester (again, w/no buttstock), is the asking price too steep? I have no interest in owning guns I can't shoot so getting into shooting condition would be a priority but I don't want to be underwater with the rifle either. Just looking for some guidance.
Thanks
Semper Fi