Winchester Model 42 - Real World Value/Reserve

P7M8HK

Hello

Looking for some opinions on the real world value of a Winchester model 42 I recently got in a trade. The reason I say real world, is because I'm wanting to list it this weekend and would like to list it with a "fair" buy it now price. I would like to keep it but need the extra cash for Xmas.... I was hoping to get enough money to buy a couple of Xmas guns for my boys.



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GuvamintCheese

The obvious custom engraving kills all collector value. I'd guess it might fetch $500-$600.

P7M8HK

quote:Originally posted by cartod
The obvious custom engraving kills all collector value. I'd guess it might fetch $500-$600.
I could have cried [:(]when I saw the "customization" .... But unfortunately it's there BTW gun is tight and matching numbers made in 1948....3" chamber mod. choke

perry shooter

Agree $500.00 Then I would spend another $500.00 having receiver surface ground to remove engraving and refinish

Bert H.

Based on what I saw at the Big Reno show earlier this month, it is doubtful that you will find any buyers even at the $500 mark. List it with a $350 starting bid, no reserve, and let the market ultimately decide what it is worth. The market for plain Jane Model 42s is soft right now.

spookster

Hello,,, Let us know when you list it,, I am looking for a.410 shooter to start local youth's out on.

Jim

we_dig_it

That gun will bring more than 500.00 on auction, list it and watch.