That rifle sure is beautiful buddy. I remember leaning it up against the corner in my shop, just to look at it. That was when it was old and patina looking, ha ha.. I'm the one that painted the ivory black, as the white stood out too much to me. Had to dull it down. Then my buddy, that also has a 71 told me about guys that placed ivory in their stocks like that to mark their rifles like a brand. I was not surprised to hear it was actually ivory. That is pretty cool. I think I told you, but I ran across another 71, just like this one, a few months ago. The guy wants $2,800.00 for it and it also has the original bolt peep. Its a 4 digit serial # rifle, making it a 1937 as well, I think. Its all original and beautiful. I dang near bought it, but like I told you when I sold this one, I can't hunt with it because of my left eye not being good. Might as well let it go to someone who can actually use it. I'm glad you are taking good care of this old rifle. It sure does look nice!!!
