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I am interested in your opinion about older sxs shotguns that may considered undervalued. A friend has been bit by the bug and his eyes are bigger than his wallet. I think Remington 1900's are a good buy.
What about Crescent Arms? Help a new collector get his foot in the door. Thanks
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For the guys that came to see Aldo Leopold's shotgun, your knowledge of Fox Guns was truly amazing, I think you and Aldo would have gotten on very well. I enjoyed our visit.
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I would suggest staying away from the Crescent types and focus on high conditioned Ithacas and Remingtons. As his knowledge increases, he can move into the Parkers etc. High original quality guns will retain value. Before buying any gun, he would do well to invest in all the right books and do his home work -- JMO.
Last edited by Walter C. Snyder; 05/19/16 10:26 PM.
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The sixteen gauge Flues are a pretty good value.
The twelves more so.
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Couple that come to mind are Lefever Nitro Special and Iver Johnson Hercules. Not sure if these are collectible or not.
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No expert, but you might want to direct your friend to Diggory Haddoke's latest book on British boxlocks. From a utilitarian perspective, it seems hard to beat the value of a Birmingham made boxlock in this market when you factor quality and the cost to replicate.
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Walter Snyder's advice is wise. Quality and condition are the way to go. There is a reason we see so many worn, loose and parted out Crescents and their variants. They don't stand the test of time. You wouldn't suggest that a budding car collector start with a Yugo, even if they are a popular ride in W. Kniei.
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Cast aside hope all ye who enter here!!!
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I think the guy was asking about collecting....
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No expert, but you might want to direct your friend to Diggory Haddoke's latest book on British boxlocks. From a utilitarian perspective, it seems hard to beat the value of a Birmingham made boxlock in this market when you factor quality and the cost to replicate. Well, W.W. Greener FP actioned guns with side safety are undervalued. This not being Great Britain I'm not sure how collectible those are because for most part people collect what was once made in country where they live.
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Your friend will do well saving up his money while reading up on the subject.
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