Winchester Model 1895 30-40 Krag (.30 US)

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Hi there... hopefully I'm placing this in the correct forum. I have a Winchester Model 1895 30-40 Krag (30 US) Serial # 15084, which I am wondering what it's value would be. According to a couple on-line sites, the year of manufacture for serial number 15084 is 1898. The original rear sight is missing, and instead has a Lyman peep-sight. It has some minor rust pitting on the butt-plate.

I've included links to some pictures that will hopefully fill in any blanks I have missed in my description. Any info on value would be appreciated.

Many thanks in advance.

Paul

https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/qJ5oUXBXj_t0AMPPsbvNs9MTjNZETYmyPJy0liipFm0?feat=directlink

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https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/rIH1bzJayKUJKWOJE3NvWtMTjNZETYmyPJy0liipFm0?feat=directlink

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Seems like a nice rifle. I`ve got a 30-40 krag in a bolt action and it`s one of my favorite rifles. Bubba`d all to #### and handles and points like an old win 94; natural like point-ability, pussycat to shoot too.
Elmer Keith claims they are highly underrated, ultimate elk caliber.
In a `95 that`d like the cat`s meow.
If you find yourself in a bind for ammo drop me a PM I`ve got a ####load; some virgin brass too.
Stay safe.
Tokguy
 
Thanks for the reply, tokguy, I appreciate it. I don't really know too much about this rifle. It was my Grandfathers' and no one else in the family wanted it. I've been told by some that it's quite valuable, and by others that it's not that valuable. I suspect the truth lies somewhere in the middle. Hoping someone can help me ballpark a value.
 
I know a guy who'd be interested in it; when you figure out a value let me know.
On a related note I dug out my 30-40 this aft and discovered that one of my boxes of treasured 30-40 ammo (reloads obviously) was in fact re-formed WRA .303 British brass! Now that's safe, eh?
I'll drop my pal a line and see what it's worth to him. I'll drop you a PM if he wants to make an offer, K?
 
The thing about 95s is that some people love to hate them.

They are awkward to load but are usually accurate as long as the bore is decent.

Many of those old boys, can't bring myself to call a 95 a girl, had a steady diet of corrosive primed ammunition. The bores, show the results.

That one looks to be pretty decent and if the bore is decent, it should be fun to hunt with.

They handle very well and balance well in the offhand position.

Their levers can be a bit sticky and most people aren't well versed enough with them or strong enough to actually cycle the action with one hand, while the rifle is on the shoulder.

If the rifle has a lovely bore, that piece should fetch $800+.

The $800 is on the low side but I can't see the internals or work the action.

Also, sometimes they can be a hard sell, because of the availability of the cartridge.

Like the 303 Brit (a kissing cousin in performance) most people just don't realize how powerful and effective the 30-40 gov't really is. Especially when used with the 220 grain bullets these rifles were intended to shoot.

Nice rifle, learn to use it properly, hand load for it and if it shoots well enough for you, keep it and pass it on to your progeny.
 
Hello impakt,

I have the same gun, except manufactured in 1900. Your wood looks better than mine, but my blueing is still somewhat intact. Also your barrel looks longer, as mine is only 22 inches.

Please let me know once you arrive at a value. I would like another 1895 to keep mine company.

Also I have a small arsenal of 30-40 KRAG to keep them both happy. :D
 
Nice old '95. Looks like the 28 inch barrelled version. The aftermarket peep sight hurts the value even though it is old. To a collector it is still a drilled and tapped 1895. In my area $700 tops for a value if the bore is good. My 2 cents.
 
bearhunter said:
The thing about 95s is that some people love to hate them.

They are awkward to load but are usually accurate as long as the bore is decent.

Many of those old boys, can't bring myself to call a 95 a girl, had a steady diet of corrosive primed ammunition. The bores, show the results.

That one looks to be pretty decent and if the bore is decent, it should be fun to hunt with.

They handle very well and balance well in the offhand position.

Their levers can be a bit sticky and most people aren't well versed enough with them or strong enough to actually cycle the action with one hand, while the rifle is on the shoulder.

If the rifle has a lovely bore, that piece should fetch $800+.

The $800 is on the low side but I can't see the internals or work the action.

Also, sometimes they can be a hard sell, because of the availability of the cartridge.

Like the 303 Brit (a kissing cousin in performance) most people just don't realize how powerful and effective the 30-40 gov't really is. Especially when used with the 220 grain bullets these rifles were intended to shoot.

Nice rifle, learn to use it properly, hand load for it and if it shoots well enough for you, keep it and pass it on to your progeny.
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Hey bearhunter... thanks so much for the info. it's greatly appreciated.
 
Super Trooper said:
Hello impakt,

I have the same gun, except manufactured in 1900. Your wood looks better than mine, but my blueing is still somewhat intact. Also your barrel looks longer, as mine is only 22 inches.

Please let me know once you arrive at a value. I would like another 1895 to keep mine company.

Also I have a small arsenal of 30-40 KRAG to keep them both happy. :D
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Hi Super Trooper... I will let you know what I arrive at for a value. Thanks so much for your input.
 
Mike Webb said:
Nice old '95. Looks like the 28 inch barrelled version. The aftermarket peep sight hurts the value even though it is old. To a collector it is still a drilled and tapped 1895. In my area $700 tops for a value if the bore is good. My 2 cents.
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Hi Mike... I wondered about that after market peep sight. I was doing some research on that, and found the Lyman's can range from 100 to 300+ on their own depending on the model, but can see how the modification to rifle can hurt the value. Thanks to you as well for your input, much appreciated.
 
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