I found a 219 in decent shape for sale. It has a 30-30 and 20 gauge barrel. The lever is quite a bit to the left with the shot barrel installed (didn't try the 30-30 barrel) and the lever feels mushy like there's play between it and the spindle. Everything is original and unmodified (no holes). The asking price is $495.
I always liked the looks of the 219 and the fact it is hammerless, but every one I see feels loose and spongy, and many seem to have problems with the lever. They appear to be of rather low quality. What do you guys think about them? Is this a decent deal? Are these guns worth owning?
