Thanks to Doug Foglio, I added another very nice 1899 250-3000. Still shows lots of the old high luster blue. Checkering is nice and sharp. No cracks. Nice tang sight and Lyman #6. Couple small blemishes on the perch belly butt, but all in all a very beautiful rifle. I had to choose between two that were available but when I saw this one the decision was made for me. This was the better of the two and much less money. I'm STILL smiling.