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I have an opportunity to pick up an old Mossberg 44US target rifle. It is the commercial version of the Military trainer used in the US. It is not marked as US property.. It has a peep sight and is in beautiful, original condition with no rust and beautiful wood. It is a large, heavy gun with hooded front sight and sling.
So, can anyone familiar with these guns give me an estimate of its value?
Thanks,
 
Sounds exactly like the one I'm getting. (Should be delivered by tomorrow)
$400-450 is fair if you're buying privately. If from a store.. add taxes and shipping if required.
 
Mossberg 44 Us and sub letter models(ex-a,b,c,d) lists in the blue book.
100%-$300
98%- $275
95%-$200
90%-$165
80%-$150
70%-$135
60%-$125
It should have an S-106 front sight/hood and an S-100 peep sight/aperture and detachable sling swivels to be correct.You may pay more than Book Value as some of the older rifles go for way more than the book indicates at auctions.

I have 2 44Us(B) models in 70 % condition. I paid $120(missing rear sight) for one and $160 (scoped)for the other.Both need some TLC but that's half the fun of buying old.
 
$400.00 is too high for a civilian version 44US. If in top condition, $300.00 . I bought a 44US(a) off another forum about a year ago in average condition with correct sights and peep sight, plus swivels for $100.00. I bought a 44US(c) in excellent condition with peep for $200.00. They are very nice full size rifles though. They feel like a real rifle and are fairly accurate. What is the guy asking for it?
 
muddler said:
He is asking 250
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Does it have all the swivels and proper sights on it ? I've seen lots of these where they have substituted the front sight(S-106) for a standard post. The post is worth nothing and the S-106 sight will run you $30 -$50 depending on the seller.If your missing the proper swivels they will run you $40 if you can find a set. Rear sight (S-100) are in the $50-$70 range.
Don't pay premium prices for someone else's mismatched gun. Also, consider the condition and use the guide I have provided above.
There was a 44Us(B)or(C) at a recent show. The guy wanted $200 for it. I wouldn't have given him more than $150. He sold it. So to someone it was worth it.
You have to be happy with your purchase and not have regrets when to receive what you think you bought.
Can you post a picture of the rifle your looking at for all involved to see ? Might make it easier for us to give you direction.
 
Thanks for the replies. I believe the sling hardware is all original. I wish I had written down the peep make and model. I am going to see him again today and may take a photo or 2 to post here. I was looking at 6 guns and my memory is a little blurred on specifics. My attention was on a minty savage 99 A series in 243 with 2 clips. I will try to add some info later. The mossberg will likely end up on EE if I buy it.
 
If the gun is in beautiful, original condition as you say, I would go for it if it is complete. Many are missing the swivels so if this one is, I would offer a little lower. Even if it has the wrong peep sight on it, as long as it is a Mossberg peep you would have no trouble selling it and getting the proper one. As far as buying it and reselling right away, I'm not sure if it's worth the bother if you pay $250.00. Unless the gun is right next door, you will have 2 trips to see the gun which all adds into the total cost.
 
gunsaholic said:
if the gun is in beautiful, original condition as you say, i would go for it if it is complete. Many are missing the swivels so if this one is, i would offer a little lower. Even if it has the wrong peep sight on it, as long as it is a mossberg peep you would have no trouble selling it and getting the proper one. As far as buying it and reselling right away, i'm not sure if it's worth the bother if you pay $250.00. Unless the gun is right next door, you will have 2 trips to see the gun which all adds into the total cost.
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Rising Prices

I have been watching the value of the Mossberg rifles steadly climb over the past year and a bit. The old Mossbergs are generally solid guns that shoot well with a little tweaking/cleaning and the right ammo. I doubt you'll find anything new on the market that will shoot as well for the money. If your gonna flip the rifle I would think you would want it for less than $175. If your gonna keep it and shoot it for a year or so then I would think you would not lose money if you pay $200 to $225.
 
Thunderbolt&Lightfoot said:
The old Mossbergs are generally solid guns that shoot well with a little tweaking/cleaning and the right ammo. QUOTE]

Can anyone suggest "the right ammo" or at least some I should try? I've only been shooting Win555's so haven't got a clue. I want to treat my "new" 44US(b) when it arrives.
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I like your new addition !!! Looks great !!
Best thing to do is try a variety of different ammo out of your rifle. It may shoot great with bulk but it might shoot even better if you try a few "target " brands. Al Simmons in Hamilton has a pretty good variety of rimfire ammo you could try if there isn't anyone closer. I would stay away from the high velocity stuff as it isn't known for accuracy in most cases.
I shot CCI Blazers out of my 44US(B) and got around a 1/2"-3/4" group at 50 yds with the 60-70 year old 4x scope that is on the gun.Dead calm day with no wind at all. Better glass and better ammo would likely improve on that.
 
Archern Sam, gunsaholic thanks for the info. I'll have to pick up a variety of "target"/standard velocity .22lr and give them a try.
I have limited experience with peeps so with my old/tired eyes I don't "see" shooting 1" dots at 25yrds as an easy task....but I'm up for the challenge and need all the help I can get!
 
johNTO said:
Archern Sam, gunsaholic thanks for the info. I'll have to pick up a variety of "target"/standard velocity .22lr and give them a try.
I have limited experience with peeps so with my old/tired eyes I don't "see" shooting 1" dots at 25yrds as an easy task....but I'm up for the challenge and need all the help I can get!
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Anytime. We're all here to help each other.
Try to find a target with a circle that fits just inside the outer edges of your aperture when your looking at the target at 25 yards. If I described that correctly. It will leave you with a small outer " hazy" ring to center the sight on.
When I shot Archery competitively I started out using a dot as my point of aim. I soon found out I shot substantially better groups using an open circle with the peep in my string and leaving that little hazy ring around the outside edge made me not keep trying to "push and pull" the bow into the center of the target.
Your rifle has the option of using the circle style front sight with the peep. If you can get use to centering the front circle in the back circle it will likely give you an easier sight picture and should give you better groups.
I'm not saying that's the way you have to do it.It's just something that has worked for me.

Scott
 
I have three of these variant Mossberg rifles. A 44 US from the CMP, a civilian M 44 US (c), and a later 1950's 144 LS. All shoot CCI Blazer and SV ammo well. Another favorite of mine is the American Eagle brand by Federal. I've tried bulk Federal Automatch and it was only OK. Surprisingly the match ammo from Wolf and Winchester Target T22 didn't do so well. Stick with the lower velocity stuff and you will love shooting 1" and 1/2" squares with bulk ammo in this rifle.
 
I just remembered reading somewhere these old Mossbergs shoot CCI SV and Eley Match really well. The CCI is quit a bit cheaper to shoot. Apparently it's hard to find thou. Haven't tried either yet.
 
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Archer Sam said:
Try to find a target with a circle that fits just inside the outer edges of your aperture when your looking at the target at 25 yards. If I described that correctly. It will leave you with a small outer " hazy" ring to center the sight on.

Scott
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This makes perfect sense to me and a great idea. I will have to try a few dot sizes to get the "hazy" ring.
 
muddler...so what happened?
I just got mine and totally impressed with the full-size feel of this rifle. They sure don't make them like they used to!
 
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