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Collectible? 22-250 HB unfired

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Al Lagenour

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I have a Sako Forester L579 22-250 Heavy Barrel that I brought back from Europe around 1976. SN 316XXX. No Garcia markings.
It has not been fired (other than factory proof) and even still has paper washers around strap mounts.
I also still have the plastic enclosed factory info. Would this be of interest as a collectible? I’ve been thinking of taking to Cabelas for an appraisal, then I found this forum. I also have a 7mm mag, but not planning on parting with it quite yet; I might have another hunt in these old bones left.
 
Cabela's will low ball the value. Your best bet is to check the online auction sites to get a feel for the value. There is also going to be a wide range in price depending on the grade (standard would not fetch as high price as deluxe). Check guns international but beware of the custom shop as they are notorious for offering original rifles that have been modified or are just not all original. Also the notion of unfired is a misnomer. You can't prove it and a potential buyer can't verify that.

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