Very astute comments so far by some smart and observant folks!
Plus one from me on gorgeous wood and workmanship. The style leaves me cold, but that's just me. I too haven't figured out the sights, nor have I heard of the .264 Whacker Improved.
To add to the discussion:
If you do want to fit a scope, that early style of safety may give you some trouble.
Of all the things to go missing, the magazine follower? Makes me wonder if the "Whacker" had feeding issues, someone was working on the follower, one thing led to another, and the parts never got back together.
