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Dick Hosmer
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Re: Help identify
Reply #30 - Apr 17th, 2018 at 2:18pm
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Well, the stock was toast anyway - and, since it is also not the two-holer, simply needs to be replaced - the overall equation doesn't change much, IMHO, since he is starting at only $50. If he was $400 into it, as most people would be, then restoration would be borderline.
  
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Reply #31 - Apr 17th, 2018 at 2:50pm
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In Arkansas, this would be a 'two holer'.
  
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Reply #32 - Apr 17th, 2018 at 4:53pm
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Who ever switched the butt plate did an excellent job, it looks original, like you say Dick the stock is pretty much toast anyway as far as restoring goes but aside from the monetary  value hopefully a step by step procedure will be able to take place for it's unique historical value. Realize it would never be more then a parts gun but if they are time accurate replacements and what is left of the original are somehow able to remain with 34644 so be it... we'll see where it's fate takes it.
  
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Reply #33 - Apr 17th, 2018 at 7:06pm
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butlersrangers wrote on Apr 17th, 2018 at 2:50pm:
In Arkansas, this would be a 'two holer'.


Where's the crescent moon?
  
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Reply #34 - Apr 17th, 2018 at 7:24pm
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I think the 18" length applies to shotguns. I believe 16" rifle barrels are legal ( maybe not in CA.)
  
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Reply #35 - Apr 18th, 2018 at 6:22pm
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Mark- I know there are several good gun smiths on Long Island if yo do not wish to use your guy in VT.  If you go into a reputable local gun shop they will be able to recommend someone to you.  I wish I could provide someone to you but a hunting buddy of mine does my work and he is retired so will only do work for friends. If I was you I would just make a list of everything you need done and slowly do everything one at a time.  A lot of the work you can do yourself.  Do not rush and make sure you get the right parts.  I am sure you will be happy you restored it when you are done.
  
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Reply #36 - Apr 19th, 2018 at 1:37pm
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Thank You all who helped with 34644's next steps in life, especially Chuck & Dick you are two very solid guys. Good to hear there are still some good smiths out there on the island, will keep your info in mind if other avenues prove fruitless. Sad that up here in Westchester anyone with talent or experience has either passed or moved on.
  
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