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pre 64 model 70 375 h&h bought on gunbroker
6sandman9
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hello, i bought a pre 64 model 70 in 375 h&h on gunbroker (199925611), and the condition was said to be 97%. i got it today, and the metal is great, the stock has some minor flaws as described, and a major flaw not described. there is a 2 inch crack in the stock by the upper tang. my gunsmith said it could be repaired for about $40, however he didnt know how much this flaw affects the collector value. i paid $2700 for a collector grade pre 64 model 70 at 97%. i talked to the seller, who is willing to work with me on adjusting the price. how much would be fair to ask back, or should i just return it? thx, jeff.
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yes, i bought it to put in my safe and appriciate in value. i probably wont shoot it but a few times. the seller said he would refund $700 or i could return it
So you bought it to appreciate in value, i would ship it back asap. It won't appreciate like the gun you thought you were buying, and will moe than likely continue to crack/split if you decide to shoot it. 375h&h is a stout cartridge, that little crack will grow with each trigger pull. You could get it "fixed", but the crack will still be there and it's value will reflect as such, and will more than likely just crack again down the line. Ship it back. Again, just my .02.
Send it back and leave the info. on dude's feedback!!
Once a CROOK always a CROOK!!