Winchester 94 30-30 price question

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I had an opportunity to view an older Winchester 94 30-30 today. The guy selling it told me he wants $300.

I had a look on CGN and aside from some nice collectible ones for about $700+

The only other one I saw in my brief search was this:

http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=558859

That look like a nice respectable gun for $300 and the seller was willing to ship it too!

The gun I saw today looked to be in much worse condition than this, at least aesthetically. It looked pretty brown all over which I assume means rust which is worse than just loosing blueing?

Anyway, the question is related to the base price that a Winchester 94 30-30 would go for. For instance, I know that a Cooey 64 or 640 will go for about $100 give or take $20 unless its really shiney and new then maybe more. In that same regard, will a Winchester 94 go for about $300 + whether its old and used but not too bad, or real dusty and rusty?


Thanks and sorry for the NOOB spilling out between the lines.
 
Is it pre 64 or post 64?? That effects the value. Most post 64 94's go for around 250 to 300 in 75% condition but some pre 64 in really bad shape go for 275-350. The brown you are talking about is most likely pittina. Its just what the blueing does after a long period of time. As long as you dont see any pitting on the gun you should be fine.
 
They come up pretty often so just be patient.
You should be able to find a nice one for around $350 and I'd hold out for a pre 64 unless you find a smoking deal on a nice post 64!
 
Careful with that one. Lost a minty 9422 when I first took my wife shooting. I still get to shoot it but its not "mine" anymore. Oh well-still in the family. I married a survivalist so no need to ask if I want another gun. She is just as likely to pipe in-"do you have enough ammo honey?" Shes my girl.:)
 
The value of the Winchesters does not have a base price. many pre 64s in patina are worth more than the all color post 64s. A lot depends on the caliber, bore shape and untouched woods. Original rifles are more coveted than an altered reblued, sanded (ugh) stock, no matter how pretty it looks. Some are picked up from family members and friends and sold at way too low prices, but some of quality and rarity are overlooked for collectability. Even a beat up looking unit in some calibers and configurations (eg. octagon barrel , short mag ) that were produced few in number are very desirable.
 
Winnipeg Toymaker said:
The value of the Winchesters does not have a base price. many pre 64s in patina are worth more than the all color post 64s. A lot depends on the caliber, bore shape and untouched woods. Original rifles are more coveted than an altered reblued, sanded (ugh) stock, no matter how pretty it looks. Some are picked up from family members and friends and sold at way too low prices, but some of quality and rarity are overlooked for collectability. Even a beat up looking unit in some calibers and configurations (eg. octagon barrel , short mag ) that were produced few in number are very desirable.
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I agree . .
 
ArchiePerry said:
Thanks for the infos! The girlfriend said no anyway so it doesn't really matter now. :(
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The question is if it was no to another gun at this point (for financial or other reasons), or no to guns in general.

ipscgraz said:
There are only two cures for this:

1/ Replace GF

2/ Get GF to shoot a couple of times and let her decide it is fun. Do this carefully.
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I have to agree. One partner dictating terms to the other is a sure fire recipe for relationship hell down the road.

Mark
 
If I want something I buy it... Usually I ask her first just to give her the illusion she has a say but when she says no I just buy it anyway and hide it in the closet.
 
I've seen them go as low as $200 - usually ones with aesthetic problems (a split stock, worn bluing etc) that still shoot well.

Post 1964 models go for say.... $300 tops, just because of the quality issues. I'm sure they're quite good for their intended purpose, but after having bought and inspected a 1974 win 64, I wouldn't buy one again. The quality difference is visible..... however I would probably still keep one as a truck/all purpose gun, since I really like them and wouldn't feel bad about giving it tough love :p

Pre-64s... well, if it's just a hunting gun, $200-$500 depending on condition. There are lots of them out there, so it's a matter of finding the deal and finding the person with it.
For a "collectable gun" start at $500 and add the rest of your bank account.



P.S. Unless you and the GF have some sort of deal worked out, it's a mutual "watch each other's financial back" thing, or you're in dire straits, I would say give some very serious thought to her saying no to your purchase. If it is your choice how to spend "free" cash, and she's controlling it, that's a problem. Any relationship where one adult chooses to #### with another's free will simply because they disapprove, is dangerous. A good spouse will recognise the difference between the things that annoy them and the things that matter.
 
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