Wow, this thread went sideways!
Imo, realistic value on the gun might be $1500 ish. Weatherbys just don’t command much in the used market. The barrel work might add a little bit but a Wilson is not a Bartlein or Krieger etc. If you could produce multiple 3-5 shot groups, or better yet, a couple 10-20 shot groups proving accuracy, the value goes up. The fact that it shoots one factory ammo well is really not a sales point as what happens when that ammo is not available?
Same with scope and turret cut to said ammo. It’s painted into a corner so that set up detracts from value more than adding to it, imo. Additionally, it being a Huskemaw is not doing you any favors as far as adding to used sale value. They just aren’t a favored optic unfortunately. The scope might add $500.
I’m not trying to hurt your feelings, just giving you an honest opinion from a fellow rifle nut. One will always lose money on a custom rifle, even one built with desirable components, as it was built for one person with their idea of ideal in mind. Typically, customs with top tier name brand components on custom receivers, sell for about 60% of cost. That’s not your gun. Truthfully, I think this one probably retains the most value tucked away in your safe. Unless you are willing to take a substantial loss on it.
I agree 100% with both yours and Beaver's analysis/assessments. Feelings unhurt!
A lot of people can't stand Huskemaws, it's actually funny how people respond when Huskemaw is brought up. Lenses are made from Green Coke Bottle Glass etc., etc. lol.
I have won friendly target shooting wagers @ 500 yards with friends that were using Nightforce as their scope while I was using my Green thick Coke Bottle Glass Huskemaw lol
