Thanks for the input, i really do appreciate it. Just to be clear, it's a 1965 and not many people are concerned about collecting them...im apparently an oddity. And, I don't believe there is a big market for faking early post 63 rifles either.
So, bottom line, fired, tested, unfired, boat paddle, warm patina, and any other adjective claim of the seller is really only as good as the buyers opinion.
NRA grading states:
"PERFECT: In New condition in every respect. (Many collectors & dealers use "As New" to describe this condition).
EXCELLENT: New condition, used but little, no noticeable marring of wood or metal, bluing perfect, (except at muzzle or sharp edges)."
But even this is subject to the potential buyer.
Again, thanks for the input. It's a stunning rifle and as new in appearance as any new rifle i have purchased. Im happy to have it and it sounds like shooting it occasionally wont hurt the value.
