I almost bought a mint condition 1950 52 sporter at a gunshow about 6 years ago. It was priced very low, at $500.00. However, I found a 1937 Winchester model 71 deluxe for $900.00. Didn't have enough money for both, so sadly left without the sweet azzed 52. One day I'll run across a good deal on another one. Hopefully it will be as nice as the one I left behind.