Dimensions are an important criteria especially in a shooter grade (vs. collectable). Often we see guns for sale and the ad states "good" or "modern" dimensions, which is considered a plus. Seems shooters may have had a different style 100 years ago and many guns reflect that. The guns you mentioned have more drop than I like and when I see a gun with lots of drop it's factor in my decision. Sometimes it's too discouraging like the H&R 10ga grade 3, 2" by 3 1/4", I posted about the other day here, other times I factor in the $130-$150 more it will cost for a gunsmith to bend the stock (if it will move enough). Too much drop cause me to "float" my head on the stock to see the proper bead/rib picture, and that is not good and leads to more misses. Sometimes shooters compensate by attaching a neoprene or leather comb riser on the stock. in rare occasions the original stock is set aside and new one is custom built to the new owners specs (very pricey). Lots of drop affects value in the sense fewer people will be interested, it is a legitimate concern. The question is how much in terms of price.
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