One I put together years ago (1980), came with steel Philip screws to use during finishing, and brass slotted screws to be used when finished. Have actually replaced these brass screws on a number TCs with steel slotted screws.
Much to the chagrin of some, believe the value here is in the untouched kit. Maybe $500-$600 (or more?) to the right buyer. Assembled? Don’t see many TC Hawken assembled kits selling for $400, let alone $500-$600. Personally, don’t see the value, but I am not a TC collector. I would sell the unassembled kit as is for the max I could get, then invest the proceeds into a shooter muzzleloader. Just my opinion.
Your story brought back a memory from 44 yrs ago when my college roommate and I bought T/C Hawken kits in Spring for the upcoming fall muzzle loader elk season in WA. I went through a half a dozen kits at the store in Spokane to select the best stock available. We produced some nice work on both kits for a couple of early 20-somethings. We had no luck that Fall but I harvested a couple of Blacktail does off Afognak Island north of Kodiak in the early 80's. My roommate has since passed away but he left his Hawken to my son. Seeing the rifle again after so long I was flooded with all those memories of time spent on their construction and finish, and the hunts thereafter. Thanks.The walnut stock is this kit is excellent. When I selected the one I built 41 years ago, I went through a number of boxes to get the perfect stock. This one is every bit as good as that one - straight grained, beautiful color, no imperfections.
Put it on gunbroker you may be amazed
Some stuff yes, but we have had amazing results with the tons of ML stuff in my buddies huge estate. If it doesn't need an FFL it sells fast and high with multiple bids. The number of offers asking us to end the auction early and sell it at a great price kinda supports the issue. If you want to see any current trends go to the advanced search and check "completed sales". Also had good luck with .01 starts. Scary but mostly great returns.And you may find yourself relisting and relisting and relisting......
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