Nice looking and at a great price. I too would say you did well. No idea on maker based on my limited experience. Sounds like it shoots as good as it looks. From your pictures and description, it sounds like a quality rifle based on one of the best platforms of the era. Looks like you were able to repair the "issues". I feel like I have seen it before, any chance the previous owner might have had it on Gun Broker?

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