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    Quote Originally Posted by rcathey View Post
    But this small section isn't worth much more than I just paid (I don't think) and will display very well.
    Think you may have got a deal!!!

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    Even the last one JimF had was missing the magazine, IIRC. Those mags must be pretty darn rare - think he had one made up from wood for his show displays. He said his 2X Carbine was made of wood and aluminum. - Bob

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    Quote Originally Posted by W5USMC View Post
    Think you may have got a deal!!!
    The one I've sold was complete and went for 1,750 and that was a few years ago.
    Since this is really the most important and visually impressive section, I think you're probably right.

    Either way, like I said, it will make a killer display. I'll have to whip up a stand for it.
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    Just arrived!

    The action looks complete except the selector switch is snapped off. I think I’ll be able to fabricate one of those.

    It even came with 4 of the double sized cartridges. Super cool.

    My plan is to disassemble and hit everything with a scotchbrite pad and oil/grease it really well. Might even touch up the red paint where the cutaways are.

    I’d love to mount this on a stand that allows manipulation but holds it sturdy. Obviously I don’t want to drill any holes into the “rifle” so that will take some thinking — perhaps some custom clamps.

    Finally, I don’t bid on Proxibid at all. I spend A LOT of time on one of the other auction sites and just find Proxibid’s website less convenient to navigate.
    I would not have seen this item if not for this thread and I’m super happy to have it. So thanks!

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    Quote Originally Posted by rcathey View Post
    The action looks complete except the selector switch is snapped off. I think I’ll be able to fabricate one of those.
    Let me know if you need it 3D printed. I have a pinter and can do it for you. Glad one of y'all here got it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by usabaker View Post
    Let me know if you need it 3D printed. I have a pinter and can do it for you. Glad one of y'all here got it.
    It currently takes a lot of force to actuate. I don’t think a 3D print would stand up to it.

    I think a good cleaning oiling will make the whole thing work better though. That’s step one, for sure.

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