Life is full of illogical actions, and at the end of the day, we do things we want, not always according to what we need. I buy a vehicle, knowing it depreciates right away. I spend a little more on this or that- because I can, and want to, and enjoy it. I decorate my house according to my taste, not worrying about how it will affect resale value 20 years from now.
I have a composed, three barrel set for my Ideal. I have no chance of getting anywhere near half back of what I have into it. Guess what? I couldn't give a bass' rat. I love the gun, and what I've done. It is so versatile as to be the equivalent of more than three guns, and it handles the same with any of the three on it. I'd do it again in a heartbeat.
As stated in the OP, justification for the project is not the purpose of the post- just the value of the gun to make a fair offer to the seller. I agree with CZ- you would basically be buying the engraving, with the prospect of a long term project as parts or options became available. Looking at the pics, I'd give 500.00 for it to put that engraving on display- it deserves to be seen.
Mike
