Another how much is it worth question...

[darkroomdan]

Got a line on a pre-64 Winchester 94 (1959 mfg date) that has a price of $350. Condition is "well used" a lot of the blueing gone and the finish on the wood has seen better days. Mechanically it seems about like other 94s I've handled - a little loose. From what I can see the bore looks OK - no pitting or rust, not too worn. Just seeing what y'all think of the price - how hard should I try to talk him down?

thanks
drd

[LONGTOM]

Pre 64s are in demand, although most want one in a little better condition than what you describe.
Not a great deal of collector value due to the condition.
All of the older 94s were loose, that's what made them cycle so well compared to the newer/tighter 94s.
Guns of that vintage will almost always show signs of bluing wear and most will have the wood beat up some.
The asking price isn't really out of line but I would like to buy it at around $300.00 as a good ole shooter.
The 29th edition of BLUE BOOK OF GUN VALUES lists it at just that, $300.00 for a 50% condition standard rifle.


LONGTOM

[darkroomdan]

I'll see if he'll go down a bit - maybe to $300 or so.
Thanks!
DRD

[yukondog]

I would offer him 300.00 also, if he wont come down offer 350.00 out the door and good luck.