Classic?
1. Regardless of age, of a style reminescent of Old World craftsmanship. ie. a CLASSIC walnut stock,
2. A firearm no longer manufactured, yet revered by many. ie. Savage 99, Colt Peacemaker, Winchester M70 pre-64, SXS
Classic MADE to be taken afield, enjoyed and admired.
Love my 10-22. Classic? Nope, just fun.
Love my Winchester 61. Classic? ABSOFREAKINLUTELY!
Trip to the range, nobody pays attention to a 10-22. Uncase the 61 and people notice.
A friend bought a new Mustang Cobra in 2001.
He also has a '68 Boss. The Cobra was a brute around town, on the freeway and in traffic. 10x better handling and comfort than the Boss. But, drive the Boss down any road and people ADMIRED it.