My aversion to them is simple: they're not original.

I like guns that are original. I've learned from experience that they hold their value and appreciate. I believe you should always buy the best "all original" gun you can afford, even if the gun has little color case hardening and blueing left.

Something else to consider: When this Woodward is "restored", how much of it will be by Woodward?

The bbls won't be by Woodward, the stock won't be by Woodward, and the finish won't be by Woodward. So is it still really a Woodward?

Of course, many people disagree with me...

OWD

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