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FWIW that link you posted doesn't show anything

Thanks for clarifying . Good luck on your hunt

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Yep total chop job. Those pics confirmed it for me. But that being said enjoy your 3 inch shooter

Well I've seen some "custom" front sights grafted on V models over the years or cut up from an original so I wouldn't declare it a custom gun just by that but clearly that's one thing that sticks out to me. If I recall there should be an S stamping on the frame, perhaps under the left grip panel, that is to say the left side if you are pointing the gun away from you. I believe it could also be on the frame under the cylinder crane but don't hold to me that one. I'm going from what I remember reading. That won't indicate a barrel modification just that it was sent back for modification at some point. Some of these guns during that time frame were sent back for barrel swaps, re chambering , etc. As to dating it I would need more of the serial number and should be able to get you closer. You can PM me with it as opposed to disclosing it here.

It is said that 2" models exist and are considered scarce. From there is the 4". There's nothing for a 3" cataloged, at least none I've read. The crowning on yours looks factory and the extractor rod, catch, etc looks original. Only thing that looks out of place to me is the front sight. Most V models I own or have owned have the half moon style sight. Might be one worth getting a letter on. Are there any stampings suggesting it's been sent back at any point to be worked on or modified ? What year range did you place it in ?

I'll take my commission in bourbon

Someone needs to buy this soon. Im not known for strength when it comes to buying Marlins

If we weren't so far apart id make you a 00 agent lol

I was taught at an early age that my word was my bond. I live by that to this day. The interent has not changed that nor will it ever. However its my opinion some out there take advantage of the anonymity the interent provides and act accordingly.

You know me. I can be lured down there with the right deal

My last purchases were shipped via ffl , USPS

My ffl has no idea how good I got it lol. Thanks for the link

Thanks DS. I knew FedeX went silly a while back but wasn't sure about team brown. I just use my FFL for anything pistol and factor in the cost. Luckily I'm on the preferred customer list with him LOL.

The law still states you can do so without one I think... HOWEVER you're gonna find its very difficult because the only carrier you can use is UPS. You have to be an FFL to ship USPS and FedEx requires the receiver of said package be an ffl. In addition , you have to ship the pistol from a UPS hub not a UPS store. So to clear that up. Your seller will have to box it up, drive it to a hub, pay for next day or 2 day delivery, and send it to you. Better factor in insurance on that too. For me id be looking at a road trip lol. Good luck Bob. Edited at 1:15 pm. SEE BELOW BOB UPS is a no go as well.

Bump Reduced to $700

UPDATE. Fathers day special.......$400 gets it folks !

Based on the information given I'd say you inherited an older mil spec Springfield 1911. Congrats !

Please tell me she's a redhead