Model 760 300 Savage with blueing stripped

[Kam]

Hello Comrades:
I have the opportunity of purchasing a vintage (ribbed forend) Model 760 in 300 Savage.  The wood is very good, the bore also; however, a previous owner has stripped the blueing so that the metal is uniformly gray/silver.  I don't know whether a stainless process was applied.  The price is right -- $199.00.  What do you think, not only of the stripping of the blueing but the 300 Savage as a cartridge in this rifle?  It would be used to still hunt whitetail in the Montana river bottoms.  The rifle is very handsome in a subdued way and I don't mind the resale value being compromised by the finish.  Thanks for your help in advance,  Keith

[oso45-70]

Hello Comrades:
I have the opportunity of purchasing a vintage (ribbed forend) Model 760 in 300 Savage.  The wood is very good, the bore also; however, a previous owner has stripped the blueing so that the metal is uniformly gray/silver.  I don't know whether a stainless process was applied.  The price is right -- $199.00.  What do you think, not only of the stripping of the blueing but the 300 Savage as a cartridge in this rifle?  It would be used to still hunt whitetail in the Montana river bottoms.  The rifle is very handsome in a subdued way and I don't mind the resale value being compromised by the finish.  Thanks for your help in advance,  Keith

Kam Welcome to GBO, I think you will enjoy the rifle and the price was right and should be a fine hunting peice. Watch it and don't let it rust
Its possable that the finish was a factory finish and will not require any special care. Good luck and good hunting ........Joe.......