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Originally Posted by thunderstruck60
The answer to your question is nowhere near the value of a standard .308 win.


Don't believe that was the question and it's unlikely anyone here will dispute the fact that a 308 Standard Rifle is worth much more than a 243 Standard Rifle.
Also, could you share the source of your information that the 308 Standard Rifle is the rarest caliber and configuration pre-64 Model 70 rifle? They're certainly not very common, but the rarest?
You really should have bought that NIB gun back in the 80's....


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Don't have any real proof. Just my observation over the years. Of the super rare calibers/gun combinations it is the only one I have ever seen NIB. I would venture to say it would bring the most money at a quality gun auction. Sure I should have bought it. Along with about a hundred other guns over the years. Hindsight is always 20/20.

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I have a very nice 243 std that I have turned down $2500. It's just not for sale:)

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243 Standard Rifles with a metal plate command a premium....


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The 308 was also offered in a cataloged special order configuration in '52, '53 and '54, a Fwt with a 24" barrel....


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From what I've read Winchester would, at one time, make up just about anything by special order as long as it was safe, possible, feasible and the client was willing to pay the price. BUT, better have absolute proof before believing it's authentic!! Caveat Emptor!

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LC, you live in Bend?


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I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style.
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RDM. 20 miles north

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I've been though RDM a couple hundred times. I'm north of you in T.D....


Originally Posted by raybass
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style.
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I work for a gentleman that showed me his small gun collection today, his hunting gun is a well used pre 64 model 7o carbine in .250 savage. It has a nice patina and checkering is almost flat. He got it from his Uncle many years ago....

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There's a 7.65 on display at the the FN plant here in Columbia. Have gazed at it through the glass but would love to touch it.

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