Torn, Combat Government, to shoot or keep as a safe queen

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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Torn, Combat Government, to shoot or keep as a safe queen

Posted: 5/1/2016 10:32:44 PM EDT

The title says it all but to fill in some details: It's 98+ condition. All original, series 70, built in the early 80's. No box. Picked it up for $600.00 close to 8 years ago.

My original plan was to keep it as a safe queen and pass it down. Now I'm thinking about carrying it and giving it some range time. If I do so, it will inevitably succumb to wear and tear. What would you do and reasons why?

Posted: 5/1/2016 10:35:34 PM EDT

[#1]

Shoot it, you'll both be happier.

Posted: 5/12/2016 4:30:08 PM EDT

[#2]

I have a Combat Govt. Model that I bought new back in '85. I've shot it a zillion times and it NEVER gave me a bit of trouble.

Posted: 5/14/2016 9:19:01 AM EDT

[#3]

One thing to consider about passing things down, the next person may not have the same desire for the firearm as you and end up shooting it , selling it or letting it rust.

I would shoot it and have fun while your alive.

Posted: 5/16/2016 8:04:47 PM EDT

[#4]

Your all spot on, gonna use but not abuse

Posted: 5/23/2016 7:21:30 PM EDT

[#5]

its not mint unfired and Colt releasing new 70 series guns put a dent in the value of old ones, shoot it and enjoy.

Posted: 5/23/2016 8:26:58 PM EDT

[#6]

Shoot it!

Posted: 5/29/2016 11:05:27 PM EDT

[#7]

keep it mint for the next guy. He'll appreciate it.

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Torn, Combat Government, to shoot or keep as a safe queen

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