Having imported several "antique" guns lately I can tell you that it is no picnic and post 1898 guns are more involved. Those doing it, are not getting rich and I have better things to do with my time. Finding those who can do it for me has helped. I miss the days when I could bid on a pre 1898 gun and have it shipped direct to my door, by mail, for $55.00. Now it takes time and effort with about the ten time the cost. It wont be long before most of my modest priced guns will be too expensive to import at all. If a gun cost $500 to buy and $500 to import then it better be worth a bit more than $1,000 when it gets here because if it needs much work it could become a money pit in no time. And money pits I have enough of all ready.
