Needless to say it has been more than a task to locate any bolt action rifle from Winchester, namely the featherweight with wood stock. There are not many, if any dealers that have any and those that have a limited quantity (One) will not send any pictures nor are interested in selling. Those that I have seen photos of have a few distractions: wood blemishes or wood that not any wish to have and bluing problems. Many hide the critical areas in displaying the photos: some chopping off the butt stock, all not showing the breech or bolt face. One seller on Gunbroker said the bluing discoloration was from fingerprints. Well, if any believe that I cannot determine fingerprints from discoloration, this is merely conjecture and foolhardy. And, all offer no returns, sold as is and final. What I believe is that those models being sold are ones that not anybody wishes to buy. I've searched GunsInternational, Guns.com, GunsAmerica, and every possible outlet online. I even called local gun shops in my area and there is no response. One person (Nagels) was offering one but said he did not know how to send pictures to email. After looking up the reviews, I found Nagels to be a shady seller with many negative comments. I’m certainly ‘not’ purchasing without seeing photos, even if “new”. Many leave the details out, what’s in the box or date of manufacture. Apparently, this is business 101. I was almot ready to purchase on Gunbroker, but the person who had the item was too greedy for me. I said to conduct the transaction away from Gun broker, saving him $250.00 plus an additional 3.5% he would have to pay. He agreed, but would not budge on the price even when it stated “Make Offer“. Anyway, the price was $1229.69 shipping included ($60.00); somewhat high for I ship guns as well and I know the prices. I offered him $1200.00 and apparently he was not accepting that sum. He can take the item with him for I’m not purchasing there.
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Model Number: 535200226
Anyways, I called Winchester and they said they're still being manufactured. I said but no one has them. Winchester said to call a dealer and they could order. I tried that avenue and was unsuccessful. Could any provide insight here or point me in the right direction. All replies are welcome.
