$3.5 million, thoughts

[Rustship]

Chip,

After going back and looking closer, I do see the light pitting on the under side of the receiver now, very light but I see it. The index marks are off, not very much, maybe a .001 or 2. You have good eyes. Lets see what others say. They ain't getting any cheaper, that's for sure !

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[ChipS]

They ain't getting any cheaper, that's for sure !

That is for sure, Rusty. What I was shooting for was some discussion as to why so much so fast and where we are probably going from here. Will a put-together with some repro parts command the price of a decent car. Maybe. It kind of looks like it right now. Will this affect the market price of the real originals + or -? Probably, but which way. If the inflated rebuilt carbine price is being generated by the dealers then I'm sure they know something I don't - they're betting their living on it. If it is driven by deep pocket, clueless 'collectors' then how long will the trend last and how bad (or good depending upon your pov) will it get? I want a little in-depth discussion now and then, if anybody is willing to show their hand. Semper Fi. ChipS

[CINDERS]

I found changing No.8 spark plug on my Dads Holden Statesman easier if I wriggled under the car on the ground to do it from below even with a special ratchet designed for V'8's it was rather frustrating, as for the Carbines I would rather pay for this collection. And what treasures lie in those cupboards..............

[Rustship]

That goes to show you, look very close, magnify pictures when possible and look close. It doesn't look like he swapped the major parts, but might have cleaned and re-parked some. Still has the rear and front sight (I assume) from the RIA auction, the stock I don't know because of the lack of photos from RIA auction. Very nice restoration, probably not the real deal. I've been wrong before, but I think the rear sight and type 1 band are authentic, but then again, I can only go by the pictures. I agree with Chip, I would have to have it to see in my hands to ease my mind. I would like to thank Brian, for researching that carbine, it took some time and effort to do so. Brian just for my satisfaction, in your opinion, could you tell us yea or nea on the Barrel Band and Rear sight. You don't have to put details, just yea or nea. Thanks again...Rusty

[tenOC]

The rear sight is most certainly NOT USGI. I bolded "NOT" so that a reader wouldn't miss that word. I don't mean it as a slight to anyone. It's definitely a reproduction.

[shadycon]

Look at the front site pin, the marks on the site and pin do not match! Also look at the hammer mark on the trigger frame! Just my observation.
As for the original posting I think I will contact seller for more info. If I get it I'll post. GK

[USGI]

The other Inland from that December RIA sale (s/n 2991712) is still on GB. The bid's at $1600 with a bit less than 4 days to go. - Bob

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/Vie...Item=393554104