Thanks for that offer Numb nut,but was looking for an outright purchase for two reasons. No.1, I wanted to retain the old in case i wanted to refit it,and No.2, it has some small marks on it,so would not want to pass it on in snything but excellent condition. Looks like Ill have to buy a walnut stocked carbine to supplement my classic. Mmmm.......Walnut.