Duffel cut impact

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tgd31968

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I did a search but didn't get any specific results on this question.

Given two rifles of similar condition, if one were duffel cut and one were not, does anyone have a swag at what, if any, a reasonable value difference would be? A % may be a more realistic answer than an actual dollar value.

I realize it has little impact on shooting and even aesthetics if done correctly, but certainly an uncut must bring a slight premium?

TD
 
It all depends where the cut is. If it is under the barrel band, then it shouldn't impact the value. If it is cut anywhere else, to me, it takes a big hit.
 
That's kind of my feeling as well.
What I don't get are the ones you occasionally see where they didn't cut under the barrel band. I know most guys were just thinking, hey a free .22 and didn't care that much, but cutting under the front barrel band seems kinda obvious.

I supposed it partly depends on what packaging they were actually using to ship them home.

I sometimes wish my Dad had felt compelled to bring back some souvenirs from the Philippines and Okinawa, but I don't think he wanted any reminders and that wasn't his personality. I have his decorations etc, so that is what matters.
TD
 
I have a BDC42 that was cut through the wrist of the stock, just above the slot for the sling. It was very solidly repaired, but no idea why anyone would do that other than to fit it into an even smaller box than a cut under the band. I have also seen rifles cut right through the middle of the stock, basically cutting it into two equal size pieces.
 
It depends on the rarity of the year and code and where the cut was made. If not visible then it should not result in any real loss of value. Butchered stocks obviously impact value.
 
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