Texan; A few years ago I purchased a C&H in 30-06, at a very reasonable price, practically sight unseen.

It turned out to have a 2 groove barrel which was unusual but in great condition. The stock didn't really turn my crank so I shortened up the fore-end and reshaped the cheek rest. If you go to > Mauser Photos and Archive > Page 5 > Mauser Pics. > at the top of the page you can see the end result - the first rifle with a light coloured stock. In retrospect I should have made the stock comb straight and may yet. --- John