A couple old ones, would like some insight. (1894, ranger shotgun, and FN 1949)

[CanuckR]

Hello

I have recently gotten a hold of 3 firearms I know little about. I would like to hear some opinions about the firearms as well as what one might ask for them if I decide to sell any of them.

The Winchester 1894, It is not in the best shape, the barrel has no blueing left, it is missing the rear sight, and somebody at one point drilled and tapped the side of the receiver for a rear adjustable peep sight. The fore end is cracked. It is chambered in 38-55. I have already contacted a member here in search of a replacement rear sight.






The Ranger 16 gauge single barrel shotgun. I know nothing about this thing. The wood isn't great, it is not cracked though, the barrel has no blueing and has some pitting on the top.




Lastly, the FN 1949, although I doubt it really fits in this sub forum. It is Venezuelan, chambered in 7x57, it has the Venezuelan muzzle brake, the wood has plenty of dings and dents but is not cracked. It is missing a small screw from the windage adjustment on the rear sight. I have fired this rifle and it functions well and shoots decently. The finish is worn in places I would expect it to be worn but the metal is all in good shape. I have done some research on this rifle so I do know a bit about it.
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Thanks for looking and please share your opinions on any of them.

 

[Mike Webb]

The old 1894 is still a great woods rifle even though the drill and tap of the receiver has ruined any collector value it may have had. Personally I would mount a Lyman 56 or Redfield 102E for a more "period" look. The Ranger was made by Cooey, I think and looks identical to a Cooey model 84 shotgun.

 

[wbaad]

That fn1949 is sweet! Let me know if your interested in culling it from the herd.

 

[gunsaholic]

The Ranger is indeed the same as the Cooey model 84. It was made for Sears. Typical used value is around $100.00, a little more if in very nice condition.