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Good as Sporterized. Bore is dirty with firing residues throughout that should clean to Bright with sharp rifling. Metal refinish shows uneven polishing leaving some of the factory rough exterior to the rear sight block extant, and some polished down. Blued finish is an inconsistent color with scattered abrasions and scratches. Gray patina forming to operating components. Handguard could not be removed due to tape, preventing inspection of the gas piston and push rod assembly. Typical crack forming through the lower edge of the bolt housing. Stock fit is rough with some handling wear and dents.

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