Price check on Winchester 94

[RatFink]

I wasn't looking, but I bumped into a Winchester model 94 (It looks like a traditional) in 30-30 today at a gun shop, it's used but looks brand new, not a single mark. It was listed for only $250. Now I've always wanted one, so I stood there wondering why it was so cheap, I talked about it with the dealer (maybe just employee) and niether of us could see why it was that price, so I put it on lay-away.

Is this as cheap as I think it is? or is this the going price for a used model 94 in 95% condition?

 

[ReadyontheRight]

To get a heads-up on price, check out the prices at your local Wal-Mart -- A few bucks extra for your local gun shop is commendable, but checking Wally World will give you an idea of a low price and let you purchase it with your eyes wide open. Also check www.gunsamerica.com for market prices.

$250 does seem pretty good if it's in good shape. The Wal-Marts around here sell them new for $280 or so.

 

[SigLaw]

I bought mine new, with the new style tang safety, as oppossed to the cross bolt, for $299. Not bad for CA.

 

[RatFink]

Whew, I thought I had posted something evil, and would get no responses.

Thanx for you ideas guys.

I did check gunbroker.com last night and they only had a few listed, and none of them were the same model. after checking MSRP I kind figured it was really not a super deal, but a fine deal.

Wally World here in PHX, AZ doesn't carry these very often like they would back east, our deer hunting is usually the ability for longer distance.

I think they price is fine, not great, but pretty good.

I'll probably use it for Javalina next year, I kinda felt stupid last year with my .270 WSM while most everybody I saw was using Muzzle loader's, Bows, or Pistols. I think a 30-30 would be a good balance of firepower and sport.

 

[Ant Mod]

Wally World here in PHX, AZ doesn't carry these very often like they would back east, our deer hunting is usually the ability for longer distance.

They may not display it but every Walmart (except for Ca) carries a book behind the counter with every gun they can get. They can get the majority of new firearms sold. Ask someone at the counter and they can tell you.

I dont know the prices of Winchester vs Marlin, but you are getting close to retial value of a new Marlin .30-.30 if thats any help.

 

[Dan Morris]

If it was a pre 64, you stole it. In Denver, they go for about $350.Price is about right for a post 64.
Dan