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I am looking for a nice used Classic spare whitetail rifle and had been focused on the 5 digits.
Just found a real nice mid-6 digit (G320,xxx) but I am not familiar with this range - is there any reason to keep looking for a 5 or even a lower serial 6 digit?
Most discussions here seem to be collectors preference for early rifles, (tighter tolerance bolts, newer tooling, better fit & finish etc.) and the resale values. This is a 'no box or papers used' Classic that has and will continue be hunted, I just don't know if there are enough differences in these for me to keep looking for a lower serial rifle?
Thanks
Tim
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You're getting picky.  You can get a good Classic , or a lemon, in any serial number range IME. I'd be more focused on getting rid of the MIM extractor and making sure the thing functioned right. I saw one very low number 300 Win Mag Classic that was missing rifling....in the barrel (!) Another 300 magnum, the safety just fell out. On a hunt..... Take the time to tune it,make sure it works right, and you should have a good rifle. If this one looks good to you I would not waste any time looking for any different range of numbers.
The 280 Remington is overbore.
The 7 Rem Mag is over bore.
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I've had some really good 6 digit rifles. In fact, the last one I sold was a 6 digit rifle and it was my favorite. It functioned perfectly and is extremely accurate. The guy I sold it to swears by the earlier 5 digits classics, but knew if I told him this 6 digit was good, he could trust me. Bob has some good advice here. One thing I noticed in the OP, you state this rifle, "has and will continue to be hunted". My question is, do you know the history on this one? Do you know the owner personally and can you trust this person? If at all possible, can you try the rifle out at the range and check to be sure it's perfectly functional and accurate. By function, I mean:
1. no hiccups of any kind.
2. no galling of the lugs (watch out on some of the stainless classics)
3. Watch for scope mount holes drilled off center.
4. No feeding or extraction issues.
5. Properly functioning safety.
If everything checks out and the price is right, I'd buy 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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I've had some really good 6 digit rifles. In fact, the last one I sold was a 6 digit rifle and it was my favorite. It functioned perfectly and is extremely accurate. The guy I sold it to swears by the earlier 5 digits classics, but knew if I told him this 6 digit was good, he could trust me. Bob has some good advice here. One thing I noticed in the OP, you state this rifle, "has and will continue to be hunted". My question is, do you know the history on this one? Do you know the owner personally and can you trust this person? If at all possible, can you try the rifle out at the range and check to be sure it's perfectly functional and accurate. By function, I mean:
1. no hiccups of any kind.
2. no galling of the lugs (watch out on some of the stainless classics)
3. Watch for scope mount holes drilled off center.
4. No feeding or extraction issues.
5. Properly functioning safety.
If everything checks out and the price is right, I'd buy it..
I bought that 06 of BSA and it's a very good shooter lol now I'm that guy lol... I like the earlier 5 digits the fit and finish is very good.. I guess I been very lucky the only real dud I had was a late new haven in 325 wsm made in 2005. Most guys tend to shy away from the 7 digits I don't think you can go wrong with any 6 digits out their...
Then STFU. The rest of your statement is superflous bullshit with no real bearing on this discussion other than to massage your own ego. Suckin' on my titties like you wanted me.
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Thank you everyone, I really appreciate the additional information. If I do buy something i will post pictures.
Thanks,
Tim
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