Home Forums Lever Action Central Big Bore Levers My first model 71

Always admired the mod 71 from a distance. Too much bulk, too much money. Then started hunting in black bear territory and my thinking changed. Within 20 minutes of selling a 410 superpose at local gunshow, I was on the trail of an original but hunted model 71.



Not knowing all the particulars of the mod 71, I got the guys number and bought the gun Monday. The things I learned in the mean time were about pre war guns, deluxe guns, peep sights, slings etc. This one has all the above, maybe 70% finish remaining, all original.
Serial # 62xx, long tang. Got one box of silvertips with it.

I did post some questions in the Win forum, but the big bore lever forum looks to be a better fit. I will read up on past 348 threads to see what to feed this one, but I am having trouble searching on 348. Any hints would help along with what you guys are feeding your 71's.

thanks

Charlie