Hey Mtnwlkr, I got a Rock-Ola too-1943 model. I paid a whole $ 27 for it thru the NRA in '62 when I was pack'in an M-14 for Uncle Sam. It was fun in the 60's to out in the desert NW of San Berdernadino, CA & pop jack rabbits w/it. I would have to chk in the WAC or RCW to see if it's puny ft-lbs of energy is legal as a big game weapon in WA. Might be good for a trapper to carry (what the heck do I know about trapping?). Of course I have shot Blacktails & Black Bears w/my SKS (not anymore mind you).
I'm torn between keeping it for sentimental value (I never shoot it anymore) or turn it into $ towards a 308 Marlin. My wife is on to me though-she said I don't need another rifle-ever hear that hunters?. Actually a new rifle always changes my luck if I am in a "slump".