New member in need of assistance

[Mike McKinney]

Gordon,

Most of us here really hope you can find a family member who will cherish the gun and the heritage that goes with it.

The thought of a donation to PGCA is good, and would be welcomed, I suspect, I'm sure any of our BOD would be proud to discuss your wishes and also what the procedure and conditions for acceptance would be.

Also, I believe you are possibly struggling with a price range, which is sometimes difficult to assertain and would have some differences according to who is looking at the gun. David Dwyer that you originally spoke to has a good eye as well as others who will steer you correctly. Once you have established a price you can post in the for sale items. I believe it is important to you for the new caretaker to have knowledge and interest in your gun and story for the long term, not just another gun to sell or trade away. Many of us love the 16 even if its not a pristine collectors piece, my point is, when you get to that point which is at value it will sell to someone who wants to keep it for the intended use and their pleasure, which in a way will carry the legacy as you want it to be.

Hope this helps,
mike