Quote: When it comes to matter of scratches in it... HELL NO!! there will be no scrathes or handling marks in this baby.
Don't show fear. Scratches tell stories!
It is certainly a beautiful rifle - too nice to just be a ship in the harbor.
Here's a few shots of my well-used non-ejector Krieghoff. It's not that I'm particularly happy about any of the marks or wear and tear, but I do cherish the memories of the days in the field.