AboutCharles Gage Expertise I can answer questions dealing with firearms and their development due to western expansion. I can answer most questions about any firearms of the world manufactured after the Civil War(1868 - present. I can offer safety warnings about these. I can offer opinions and the reasons behind these.
Experience I have been at the study of firearms and their use since my first issue of Field and Stream in 1962.At that time I was completely devoted to rifles, but over the years I have experienced the thrill of the hunt with handguns, shotguns and of course rifles. I moved from Oklahoma to New Mexico in 1972 and since I have taken numerous game and non-game animals with all firearms (cannons excluded)including blackpowder muzzleloading rifles,shotguns and handguns. My favorite handgun for large non-game animals, such as feral hogs, is my Uberti replica of a 1847 Colt Walker. Very heavy, but accurate.
Education/Credentials I am a 1973 high school graduate. Junior and senior year I developed a class on Wildlife Depredation and Conservation of our Rocky Mountain states. My specialty was the brown bear.
Awards and Honors New Mexico Hunter Safety Program Instructor 5 year award.
Question i recently purchased a ithaca model 37 12 gauge. was just wondering how much it would be worth and how to tell the difference between the different model 37's. the gun is in good condition with no scratches on stock or rust on the metal.
Answer Hello Jason. The Ithaca model 37 pump shotgun is one of the finest ever manufactured. As I am aware, there are dozens of models available with prices from $400 to over $1,000. I suggest you do the research yourself on this one. Try GUNS AMERICA; GUNBROKER; AUCTION ARMS for prices. To find a list of most all the Model 37's, check The Blue Book of Gun Values by Fjestad. You can also check the serial number by googling ' Ithaca Model 37 Serial Numbers' on the web. I hope this information will lead you to the answers to your questions and thank you for asking for me. Charles Gage
