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Grizzly Adams

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Went to a gun show today, and ran across this little orphan. When I flipped the tag over, I was delighted to see a price of $20! I bought it on the spot. I bought a mainspring while there, and took the gun home. I grabbed a wedge key and cylinder off another gun and swapped them on to this one. Works great! Once I get a cylinder, I will still only be $75 or so into the gun. Not bad if you ask me! Of course, it needs finish work, but that will come later.
 
You stole the words from my mouth! I wanted it to look at home at Josey's side. Feels good to rescue these orphans, doesn't it?
 
Thanks!

I could always flip it for some money, but I think I will make it my "hot rod" gun. Do a coil spring hand spring conversion, make a wire bolt and trigger spring, etc. Just things to make it bombproof so to speak. Not like I have a lot to lose!
 
I'd rather find deals like yours than buy a new gun!
I always break them down and tune em up anyways as I have never once in my life bought a new gun I was entirely satisfied with.
 

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