AboutDoug Little Expertise I can answer questions relating to Legal Concealed Carry in most of the Western US, with detailed knowledge of Concealed Carry laws in Arizona.
I have an in-depth understanding of tactical and defensive handgun skills including Close Range Gunfighting, Armed Vehicle Operations, Low Light Gunfighting and Advanced Concealed Carry techniques.
I can answer detailed questions regarding Firearms Safety, Gun Handling and Marksmanship techniques. I can also answer detailed questions in the area of Crime Prevention and Victim Avoidance.
***PLEASE NOTE: Despite having done so in the past, I cannot continue to answer questions about valuation of firearms of any kind or questions regarding when a gun was made or what the impact of age or condition might be on the value of any firearm, either contemporary or antique.***
Experience NRA Training Counselor, NRA instructor for Personal Protection in the Home, Home Firearms Safety, Basic Pistol and Refuse to be a Victim disciplines. Certified by the AZ Dept. of Public Safety as a Firearms Safety Instructor for AZ Concealed Weapons Permit Classes and AZ Unarmed and Armed Security Guard Training. Instructor in both Low Light Gunfighting and Close Range Gunfighting. Staff instructor for Suarez International. I am a multiple graduate of Gunsite Academy and hold a certificate of Armed Vehicle Operations from them. I have been instructing in Arizona professionally for the past 5 years and have over 20 years shooting experience. Certified by the International Society of Crime Prevention Practioners as a Crime Prevention Specialist.
Organizations National Rifle Association, Life Member; International Society of Crime Prevention Practioners; International Defensive Pistol Association; Arizona State Rifle and Pistol Association; Association of Police Marksman; President, US Marshals Posse - District of Arizona
Education/Credentials BS, Political Science, Appalachian State University;
Suarez International - Low Light Instructor,
Suarez International - Close Range Gunfighting Instructor,
Gunsite Academy - Armed Vehicle Operations,
Arizona Department of Public Safety - Firearms Safety Instructor,
NRA Instructor Ratings in Personal Protection in Home, Home Firearms Safety and Basic Pistol,
ASP Tactical Baton Instructor,
ASP Tactical Handcuff Instructor.
Past/Present Clients Please visit my website for testimonials at http://www.armedpersonaldefense.com
Question Hi Doug i just bought a shotgun at a yard sale this morning and was wondering what age or value it might have and if i paid to much. All i know is its a 12 gauge and it belonged to his father, he said he remembers them hunting with it the first time maybe 45-50 years ago, but did not know if his father bought it new or if it was handed down to him the only markings i can find is EXCEL and then the number looks to start with f 61887xe any idea what i just bought for $65.00 ?? thank you Cathy
Answer Hi Cathy,
Excel was a brand name used by Iver Johnson for a line of shotguns they made between around 1910-1963. If it is in decent shape and shootable, they are probably worth between $50-$75 depending on the condition.
You might want to have a gunsmith look it over prior to shooting it to make sure it is OK to shoot. They should not charge you too much to take a look at it.
The serial number records are very poor from Iver Johnson...so I can't tell anything from that...
