I have a few all original #5's and wouldnt mess with em for the world. A couple years ago I got a "parts" #5 from Southern Ohio Gun with a really nice bore, unbelievably. I restored it with all the original parts that were needed including the flash hider. Installed a S&K insta-mount and went hunting with it. So far got 2 Bucks three coyotes and a woodchuck all with home cast bullets. It's a real fun-gun!!