The gun is in fair to good condition, appears to be able to clean up OK. It's the Argentine model, engineers carbine. Seller wants $250. Is that a fair price?
Dave
Dave
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Gunbroker.com currently has a few listed, ranging from $349 to $699. Like all milsurps, it's all about condition. Watch for cracks, pitted barrel under the wood, and lousy bore.
C&R buds (that I use for a general price guide) lists a "good" condition 1909 Argentine Mauser in the $165 - $260 range:
http://www.fo.com/cr-buds/prices.asp
Remember, these are in 7.65 x 53mm caliber, and can sometimes be hard to find ammo for -unless you roll your own.
Good Luck!
For taking time to reply. If there was a split or crack in the wooden stock, how would that effect the value or safety of the piece?
Dave
As far as the reduction in value - totally subjective. You could look at the cost of a replacement stock piece (if you could find one), and use that as a deduction. But to many folks, the non-matching look really destroys the collectibility. If you are just after a shooter, though - no problem!
My Enfield No.1 Mk 4 has a light stock and a dark upper handguard. But with a mint bore and vernier rear sight, it shoots great!
The gun is in fair to good condition, appears to be able to clean up OK. It's the Argentine model, engineers carbine. Seller wants $250. Is that a fair price?
Dave
Besides condition, the manufacture plays a role.
Is it a DWM or FMAP ?