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Baylor Bear · June 9, 2013, 09:57 PM

thank you for the responses so far. That is interesting to hear about the Marlin. That is the one gun I have a vague recollection of shooting when I was a kid.

But all of the guns show wear from heavy use. I appreciate hearing what I already suspected: that at least the Winchesters aren't particularly collectible.

I just can't imagine having a classic car sit in the garage an not drive it from time to time. Likewise, I think it's waste just to let these guns sit in my safe.

I guess I was looking for someone to say "heck no. you can't hurt on old, well used gun by putting a few light dove loads through it."

I suppose what I will do is take it to a well-respected gunsmith and get his opinion on whether the guns are safe to shoot. If they can be shot, maybe I will invite dad out to the range to try them out. He may be 70, but he still shoots 3-gun IDPA.

Thanks again. If anyone has anything else to add, I'd love to hear opinions.

June 9, 2013, 09:57 PM	#6
Baylor Bear Junior Member Join Date: May 31, 2013 Posts: 2	thank you for the responses so far. That is interesting to hear about the Marlin. That is the one gun I have a vague recollection of shooting when I was a kid. But all of the guns show wear from heavy use. I appreciate hearing what I already suspected: that at least the Winchesters aren't particularly collectible. I just can't imagine having a classic car sit in the garage an not drive it from time to time. Likewise, I think it's waste just to let these guns sit in my safe. I guess I was looking for someone to say "heck no. you can't hurt on old, well used gun by putting a few light dove loads through it." I suppose what I will do is take it to a well-respected gunsmith and get his opinion on whether the guns are safe to shoot. If they can be shot, maybe I will invite dad out to the range to try them out. He may be 70, but he still shoots 3-gun IDPA. Thanks again. If anyone has anything else to add, I'd love to hear opinions.