I have enough factory tapped rifles to fill my usability “need” and for some reason have always been driven crazy by none factory alterations on “collectible” rifles (even more so when the gun is in otherwise high condition). I would rather own the same or a similar rifle in lesser but factory original condition … but I realize everyone has different feelings about this. For that reason I imagine I value it a bit less than some of you would have.
Actually the ugly sling swivels bothered me more than the receiver holes.
Either way, it’s still there if I change my mind, get itchy for a 99 purchase, or if he decides he will take a little less for it.
My apologies for not taking the time to take pictures. It was in remarkable cosmetic condition.
