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Originally Posted by Bill Murphy
Lower grade guns seem to be valued more for their condition than for their grade or configuration. Odd situation, but true.
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Bill knows this but didn't say . . .
The lower grade, or ungraded guns are highly prized for high condition because to find one is such a rare thing. These guns were 'utility' guns - to put meat in the pot - to rid the homestead of varmints and vermin - they were used hard, sometimes every day, and sometimes not well cared for. Condition was about the last thing their owners thought about, as long as they continued to fire and serve their intended purpose - so, to find one in high condition is a one in a thousand chance or greater.
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