Originally Posted by 5sdad

Clue: they will not be what you have.


Yep!! I've bought (what I thought would be) collector pieces such as Colt Double Eagles, Winchester Model 70's, etc., and am having trouble selling them. With the proliferation of accurate inexpensive firearms (e.g., Ruger American rifle, Tupper-wear pistols, etc.), hunters are not willing to pay a collector's price for earlier craftsmanship.