Hello All,
I have owned my Winchester M1 Garand for 15 years or more and have been wondering if I should do anything with the stock? The stock is in great condition and is as it was rec'd from CMP. It has numerous markings on it - and the wood has a dark patina. If I remove the markings, will I damage the value? Will a new stock be a better way to go if I decide to go that route?
Also, I saw some posts about valuing a M1 and they talked about whether the internals were original or not. Will all the internal parts be marked with 'Winchester' or some other manufacturer's name? I haven't disassembled it to look for them but want to know what to look for if I feel justified at disassembling it at all (a big IF).
Thanks!
Larry
I have owned my Winchester M1 Garand for 15 years or more and have been wondering if I should do anything with the stock? The stock is in great condition and is as it was rec'd from CMP. It has numerous markings on it - and the wood has a dark patina. If I remove the markings, will I damage the value? Will a new stock be a better way to go if I decide to go that route?
Also, I saw some posts about valuing a M1 and they talked about whether the internals were original or not. Will all the internal parts be marked with 'Winchester' or some other manufacturer's name? I haven't disassembled it to look for them but want to know what to look for if I feel justified at disassembling it at all (a big IF).
Thanks!
Larry
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