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Buffco
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Found a Winchester 88 today...
Buffco
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First one I'd ever seen, let alone handle. The lever and bolt throw was smooth. Good blueing, nice wood, chambered in .243, which is the caliber I'm going to for deer hunting.
I was sore tempted. Price? $900....
I was sore tempted. Price? $900....
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Does the stock have cut checkering or an oak leaf pattern stamped into it? If it's cut checkering, it's a pre-64, and probably worth every penny of the asking price. If it has the oak leaf stamped in, it's post-64, and not worth as much. However, I really don't know what a fair price is for this rifle now. I paid $600 for mine about 10 years ago. I bought it from a local guy.
What I can tell you is that the .243 is the 2nd most popular chambering of this model, behind the .308. That adds to its value. It can also be very accurate. I have one that was made in 1959, and had a lot of difficulty getting it to shoot well. I finally took it to a gunsmith who glass bedded all but the last inch or two of the barrel channel, and now it's a very accurate shooter. I've taken several antelope with mine.
If you get it, I think you'll like it.
Gun control laws make about as much sense as taking ex-lax to cure a cough.
“When guns are outlawed, only patriots will have guns.”
I bought a Savage 99 chambered in .243 at an auction several years ago. I wasn't planning on bidding on it, but no one else was so I jumped in. I ended up getting it for $200. Before I walked out the door, a guy stopped me and asked if I would be interested in selling. I said I would, and sold it two days later for $240. I'm still kicking myself ever since for doing that.
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Oh yeah, I forgot. Here's my .243.
Gun control laws make about as much sense as taking ex-lax to cure a cough.
Really cool rifles, for sure.
Nope, .243, .308 ,.284, and .358
Sako
I don't think I have ever seen a Winchester model 88 but I did have a Savage Model 99 lever, .308 cal. with two magazines... I didn't sell it. I gave the rifle away to buddy I worked with for years and years, in Colorado.. He always liked that .308 of mine.. Rod retired in 2004, and I gave him my Savage 99 and both magazines,plus the ammo, for two reasons. Retirement; and the foremost reason he was a Marine in the 1960's. A Veteran. Had Rod not been a Veteran I doubt I would have gave him my rifle. I have seen a few Savage Model 99's since, haven't bought another one yet but I might sometime before they all get gone. As far as I know to this date he still has it.
AH jb., 600.00 dollars sound a heck of a lot better than 900.00 dollars!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Are they .308s or something else? If .308s, that sounds about right. The other chamberings demand more.
If you can ever find a Model 88 chambered in .358 for $600 buy it as fast as you can get the money out of your pocket. Those in good condition routinely sell for upwards of $3000, which is the main reason I don't have one, and probably never will.
Gun control laws make about as much sense as taking ex-lax to cure a cough.
308's. I always look for them, just 'cause of your posts. There's one guy at the gun shows that has had one in his booth for quite a while now. Last show I saw several. Centerfire rifles in general just don't sell well around here, unless they're "tacticool".
I'll keep my eyes peeled for a 358.
The gun was gone. Shoulda bought it..
.243 Win 100% 98% 95% 90% 80% 70% 60%
$1,395 $1,250 $1,100 $950 $825 $750 $550
For future reference.
Can you post the listed values for the same rifle chambered in .284? Assume pre-64, please.
Gun control laws make about as much sense as taking ex-lax to cure a cough.
(Luke 22:36 KJV) Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.
Too bad you didn't keep it. The carbines are hard to find, and pricey. I have a .308 carbine, but don't notice exceptional muzzle blast. It should make a heck of a heavy/close cover gun for deer and even elk.
Gun control laws make about as much sense as taking ex-lax to cure a cough.
I really wanted to take a pic, but no pics allowed at the show.
What is the rationale for that?
There was a big stink a few years ago, Bloomberg sent a guy to one of the bigger shows here, and he bought $5000 worth of guns in under 2 hrs without a single background check.
What the news forgot to report was that he bought them all from private sellers.
We have that same rule over here. Its mainly cos most gun owners dont like publicity or being identified as such for security purposes.
Either that or guys that frequent gunshows are scared of their wives finding out........................:whip2:.
(1964-1973 Mfg)
.284 Win 100% 98% 95% 90% 80% 70% 60%
$2,000 $1,700 $1,500 $1,200 $1,000 $750 $600
.284 (Intro-1963)
$2,850 $2,550 $2,300 $2,100 $1,650 $1,150 $850
Satisfied?
Yes, I am.
Thanks!
Gun control laws make about as much sense as taking ex-lax to cure a cough.
Gotcha, I would think a seller would allow a camera phone picture if you are looking for someone else.
SHOULD ANYONE SEE A PRE-64 MODEL 88 LEVER ACTION .308 WITH A FOUR DIGIT S.N. AND A RUNNING ANTELOPE HAND-CARVED INTO THE STOCK, PLEASE TAKE WHATEVER ACTION YOU FEEL NECESSARY...THEN CONTACT ME.