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Baseheart
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Good morning Everyone!

Just wanted to say hello, and I'm very excited to be a member of the GreatModel8RemingtonSociety message board!

I've been a collector of military surplus rifles for years now pretty much exclusively military rifles, and just starting learning about Model 8s a couple of weeks ago...I'm hooked!

I actually just purchased a Model 8D Peerless that I believe was manufactured in 1914 based on the serial number, so excited to receive that rifle soon!

Thanks, and I look forward to being a member of this community!
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Welcome
Good luck w/ your newbie
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Welcome to the board! Good bunch of gents on here.

An engraved Model 8 as your first, how cool is that!

I know I'm not the only one here that would like to see photo's of the ol' gun.
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Howdy! Welcome to the Great Model 8! Starting off with a Peerless? It's all downhill from there haha :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
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Baseheart
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Thank you all! The rifle is on its way via UPS ground, and is set to arrive on Monday Sept. 30th.

I just can't believe the lack of Model 8s for sale out there in the world! I ran across a few on-line over the past few weeks, and pulled the trigger on what I believe to be a 1914 model (serial number 33335) I found on Gunbroker. The current owner got it years ago from his great uncle who apparently owned the rifle since the late 1950s or so. I did my best to do my due diligence asking questions of the current owner. He didn't "think" the wood or the metal had been refinished, and it's so hard to tell from photos. Nonetheless, the link to the gun is below if it's still accessible.

If you all can access this link, let me know your thoughts! I'm hoping it's all original with no refinishing, but if you all notice anything unusual, please let me know..my feelings will not be hurt. Thanks!

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1065669242
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I have pictures! If anyone could provide feedback, I'd appreciate it. 1914 Model 8D Peerless. Thanks!
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More pics!
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That is a pretty sweet rifle for your first Model 8! Enjoy it.

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Thank you! I'm still learning as much as I can about these rifles, and the message board has been a wealth of information. Although it fits on the rifle very cleanly, and I can tell the screw is not a modern screw, but I'm not sure if the forearm screw components are original to the gun. You need a screw driver to remove the screw but it does sit quite nicely into the bushing section that the swivel ring is attached to. The screw itself is not connected to the bushing/swivel ring section. The screw and bushing/swivel ring are independent parts BUT it all fits to the gun very well and looks like it could be original.

If you all could take a look at the below picture I provided and let me know your thoughts on the originality of this, I'd appreciate it!
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A beautiful D grade, with a cool serial number! Thanks for posting the photos.

My thoughts, you have a well cared for survivor of an heirloom quality rifle. I strongly believe your rifle retains the original blue. As far the wood- the wood to metal fit looks great, the checkering doesn't appear fooled with either. IF someone added some hand rubbed finish or any other type at some point in the last century, it looks great.

Concerning the sling attachment on the forearm. My opinion- It's a very cleanly done post production modification. I wouldn't reccomend using a sling on that, as it wasn't meant for that load/stress.

The later Model 8's and all 81's had a plugged hole on the bottom of the shroud "in front of the forearm" that a sling attachment point could be mounted.

Personally I'd leave the rifle as is and not use a sling on the rifle to carry for hunting purposes. I dont see a problem with using that sling point for display or from the truck to the shooting bench/house "as long as it feels solid."
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A piece of Remington history! A piece of artwork! Congratulations!!!

The flip rear sight is a sweet addition. Those are worth a penny or two themselves!
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Thank you kindly for the remarks! Hibby83, yes in my research even prior to receiving the rifle earlier this week, I learned really quick that the forearm screw was NOT to be used as a sling swivel. It's there to simply unscrew the wood forearm from the barrel, so I'm good there. Yes, the fit and finish of that screw and shroud is VERY solid, and honestly looks like it was meant for the gun because the "fit" is so nice but from what I've seen in my research, that screw and shroud were originally a solid piece, and the swivel loop linked to the shroud was there as a way to unscrew the wood forearm from the barrel. Nonetheless, if it's not original to the gun, will it hurt the value in your opinion?

Also, I have experience with antique military firearms and antique furniture. The wood sits very proud of the metal, so certainly no sanding, and the finish does look very original to me. No varnish was ever applied, etc. no buildup in the checkering..the checkering is very crisp. I can tell that for certain.

Thank you!!!
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Sir , I also believe that your rifle has original finishes on wood and metal.,at least in my opinion. I was honestly very seriously considering bidding on this exact rifle. Luckily,you got it first. Congratulations from another collector. For the price, I think you did well.
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Baseheart
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Thanks so much Roger! Yep, I was honestly just looking for a basic Model 8, but I just couldn't find any for sale anywhere! I didn't intend on getting a special engraved Model 8, but for the price I felt it was a great deal. The pictures don't do the gun justice. It's much more attractive in person.

Appreciate the feedback!
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Welcome to the site !! I am rather new here as well and I to almost pulled the trigger on that D-Grade it's a very nice looking rifle. Congrats on a really nice rifle !!!! Also you posted some nice big and clear pictures of it. Not the easiest thing to do on this site. Again welcome !! John Taylor
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