I don't think they meant it in a derogatory way but that it would get more money if he parted it out rather than sell it as is.This gun certainly doesn't fit my notion of a "parts gun". Although its been altered' it is still completely usable in it's present state. A "parts gun" to me denotes a gun that would be unfire-able in its present state.
How about a couple pics to show the OP what his did look like and of course for us to drool over, cheers BobI think SLUG is pretty close on his $500. valuation . I have a Mint one with transit box that would be a good $1500. + . Once any collectable rifle
like this one is heavily modified the value drops like a stone , as well as who even wants it . It would be a good shooter in a single shot rifle if
military stuff is your thing . Restoration is another path for someone . Selling it in the $500. +/- is the easiest way.
I think that a $500 price isn't unreasonable if the bore is good. It could be restored nicely, but it would still be a labour of love.



























