New Guy with "A" question

setterspell · Post by **setterspell** » Thu Jun 12, 2008 7:05 pm

First I'd like to thank you for this great site. Loads of info! I'm considering a 1920 A Grade 12/30 f/f , and the first thing that I have a question about is chamber lentgh- it is marked 2 3/4 on the left barrel in what I think is Savage lettering. does this generally detract from the value? 2nd question, did Fox offer a silver oval in thier stocks? It is very well done and unmarked. I suspect it is covering a sling swivel hole since there is a nicely plugged hole in the bottom rib as well .
thanks,
SS

bbman3 · Post by **bbman3** » Thu Jun 12, 2008 10:59 pm

Welcome, when guns were returned to the factory for repair Savage stamped the barrel like you described and reamed the chambers to 2 3/4". You are probably correct that the name plate inletted into stock is covering swivel hole in stock. Bobby

setterspell · Post by **setterspell** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 8:43 pm

Thanks bbman3. Here's the gun in question--http://gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.a ... =105897728
the numbers on the forend match but they look like a different style. Possibly the repair by Savage?
Thanks for any advice,
SS

Silvers · Post by **Silvers** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 9:23 pm

SS, some random thoughts. She looks like a decent 2nd gen A grade but with likely reblued barrels, look at the Chromox steel stamp and how some letters are wallowed out. The rebluing wouldn't bother me for a hunting gun, but the weak barrel stamp would. You already know the stock oval may cover a sling swivel hole. I didn't read anything about the plugged hole in the bottom rib as you mentioned. Did I miss it in the GB writeup? I assume you know it's an extractor, not ejector gun. Screw slots are good. I personally like 30 and 32" barrels so that would be a plus for me. Chokes are not mentioned in the writeup. How do you know they are F & F as you posted? I would ask for the decimal measurements of the chokes and the bores if possible to ensure the chokes haven't been opened excessively. With the 2-3/4" chamber stamp the gun has undoubtedly been to Savage for something. One thing to question is the inspection period; I didn't read anything about it, and the writeup says you have to ask and resolve all questions before bidding.

All told I guess it depends what you're looking for. If you like the gun, additional questions check out and you're happy with the price paid, that's all that matters. Silvers

eightbore · Post by **eightbore** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 7:16 am

I'm not sure the barrel stamping was distorted during striking. What do others think? Yes, the forend wood is Savage, but overall a nice gun, regardless of the plugged holes in the rib that Frank described. If the chokes and bores are unaltered, I would own that gun at the right price.

setterspell · Post by **setterspell** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 8:03 am

Silvers- I live about 30 miles from the shop and first checked out the Fox in late May. A drop in choke gauge says F/F. Since its not a 100% specimen, I'd have the chokes opened(not too much) The filled rib hole does exist but isn't pictured. I don't think the owner ommited this intentionally as he is a rare and genuine good guy.
I really like it and it would fill my needs for a shootable Fox. I'll leave the collecting to the pros!
Thanks,
SS