I have owned four over the years (my first one garbage picked on my paper route) and still own two. Although it isn't one of my first go to rifles, I never feel oh so right as when I am carrying one...
Many of these old war horses are loaded with grit, etc. inside. If you are up to it, the rifle would probably benefit from a good tear down and cleaning. If you aren't familiar with them, it can be a bit intimidating, but there are a lot of online recources for doing it quite painlessly. Included in this would be pulling the magazine tube, spring and follower and scrubbing it out with a good gun brush and solvent. A lot of crud can accumulate in there over almost 70 years.
Both of mine have aperture rear sights...My 1961 vintage has a Redfield, and my mid 70s production has a Lyman. Both are adjustable for windage and elevation, and greatly assist accuracy. I hold with a fine six oclock hold on the top of the front bead, and amaze other shooters with what I can do. Neither is fussy with ammo, but I sight for 50 yards which is typical woods hunting around here.
Enjoy!