If you look closely at the picture of the muzzles you will see the steel filler called a keel is missing from the upper section between the barrels. If both keels were missing it would be a very good indicator that the barrels had been cut. These do not look cut.

The largest cost associated with a repair in this location would be relaying the ribs which is typically a 1K job. Add the hole repair and fixing the matting you would be in the 1300$ plus range. As to whether or not these type of repairs are worth it, each client must decide for themselves but from a financial stand point it often is a money looser. Of course grade, condition and initial cost also factor in.

Firearms imports, consignments


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