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 have a Red Ryder BB Gun, Model 1938B, Lot 0994 17235, 650 stock repeater, saddle ring and leather tie, real wood stock and forearm. It is in the original box which is very good shape. Could you tell me what it might be worth?
Answer Hello Don. The Daisy Red Ryder has had several changes since it's first release in 1940. Your rifle as marked by Model 1938B was manufactured from 1980 to present. It is good you still have the box with it. As far as the value, $35.00 to $50.00. If you feel your Daisy may be older, you can check BBairguns.com. It might help. I do hope this information helps answer your question and thank you for asking for me.Charles Gage
