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Is that a Lyman Alaskan in Griffin & Howe mounts? To me, that's a classy setup. For the time period, it didn't get much better. I know the side mount holes hurt "collector" value, but it wouldn't bother me to own one that looks like that! tmitch...we think alike...yes to your questions.
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RogerD, did it come as pictured for that price? If so I'd consider that a home run! Sometimes, if properly done, a couple extra holes mounting a nice period sight/scope ain't so bad. Case in point, my Models 64 and 1895 with "Climbing Lyman" sights. Few years ago I was sorely tempted by a Model 65 .218 that had an Alaskan in a Stith mount. I'd have bought it too if they hadn't cut the stock and added a Monte Carlo cheek piece. 
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RogerD, did it come as pictured for that price? If so I'd consider that a home run! Sometimes, if properly done, a couple extra holes mounting a nice period sight/scope ain't so bad. Case in point, my Models 64 and 1895 with "Climbing Lyman" sights. Few years ago I was sorely tempted by a Model 65 .218 that had an Alaskan in a Stith mount. I'd have bought it too if they hadn't cut the stock and added a Monte Carlo cheek piece. Yes,exactly as pictured. Funny I can buy some real collectable guns(not this one). It's all luck and timing. It's hard to find old original rifles as many are snapped up for collections. But then I find too many as it is...it breaks my heart to pass on them,but better on my pocket book,atleast that's what I tell myself.
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RogerD, did it come as pictured for that price? If so I'd consider that a home run! Sometimes, if properly done, a couple extra holes mounting a nice period sight/scope ain't so bad. Case in point, my Models 64 and 1895 with "Climbing Lyman" sights. Few years ago I was sorely tempted by a Model 65 .218 that had an Alaskan in a Stith mount. I'd have bought it too if they hadn't cut the stock and added a Monte Carlo cheek piece. Double Down Ditto on both parts!
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BSA, gotcha. Didn't really have a use for it, anyway. I'm happy with the 30-06 FWT I got from handwerk last year. That gun has really turned out nice. What I'm really looking for is a .270 FWT. Yeah, I know. Keep looking.  I hate to agree, but that's what I did. It took me 3 years to find the one I have. Right year, right price, right condition. Just had to wait till I found it!!!
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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High condition examples of fwt 270s are virtually unheard of this side of the border, at least I haven't seen one in original condition. Every one I have seen has been "well used". Like I've said before, the 270 fwt's and the 375 H&H's really got used. If you find either of these in primo condition, you are a lucky man...
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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Here's your Huckleberry, featherweight, minty and sightless to boot... ![[Linked Image]](http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee202/bridgershooters/winchesters/DSCN2160.jpg)
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Here's your Huckleberry, featherweight, minty and sightless to boot... I'll take it for $850!
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Seems fair....  Looks like the sights fell off of it anyway...
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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