Anyone know anything about the 1917?

[Orlando]

I dont really care for them but might be able to pick up a Eddystone at a good deal.
Besides barrrel wear what do I need to look for?
Thanks

[Prince Humperdink]

Bill,check the receiver ring,as some that were rebarrelled were so tight,that the ring cracked when removing old barrel.

[jak]

My friend has a 1917 and he told me about the receiver cracking too. The only other thing was the ejector spring breaking.

[wgandy]

Orlando,

I'm far far from being an expert but here's some of what I know about them:

The parts will be marked with either a R or E or W for the three makers (Remington, Eddystone and Winchester).

Many of them were rebarreled during WWII so check to see if the barrel is from one of the original makers or if it's a WWII rebuild barrel.

-wg

[Orlando]

From what little I have found out about it so far its a Eddystone with worn finish. Comes with pitted bayo , nice original sling.
Has original 6-1918 barrel, all marked parts are E
I may take a drive and go look at it. Not sure why as they have to be the ugliest looking rifle ever made

[wgandy]

I agree with you. To me they are butt ugly. But the one I have is fun to shoot. Just remember there's no windage adjustment on it so you gotta use Kentucky windage.

[dogboysdad]

I am familiar with that one. Looks like a good deal even though the stock is sanded.

[Prince Humperdink]

I have to agree that They are Very Ugly,but After shooting mine I grew to Love it.Every Milsurp collector needs one.
Ryan

[Orlando]

I am familiar with that one. Looks like a good deal even though the stock is sanded.

Only a good deal if I can get it for under $500.00

[Orlando]

I am familiar with that one. Looks like a good deal even though the stock is sanded.

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