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.
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Question QUESTION: My friend has two guns he wants to sell me because he is hurting for money one is his Grandfathers model 94 Win. it is a 30-30 have herd they were not a real good gun.The next gun and the one I have never herd of me for is his fathers Interarm's 300 mag never herd of this gun maker is it a good gun.I know that you sed you do not talk about money but do you thank $350 is to much for both plus the case and amo for them
ANSWER: John,
First let me correct a misconception. A well maintained Winchester Model 94 is a great shooting rifle. I have one myself and would not sell it if I didn't have a dime to my name. The guns made prior to 1964 are better quality that those built later. Since you said it was your friend's grandfather's gun, it is probably pre-1964 (unless your friend is really young...)
The Model 94, depending on the condition is probably worth between $250 and $350 by itself.
In terms of the Interarms rifles. Interarms did not manufacture guns. They were a very large importer of rifles and handguns from 1962 to 1999. The rifles they imported were made by a variety of companies including Howa, FEG, Rossi and Walther. There were also guns made by Whitworth in England and Zastava Arms in Yugoslavia. Without knowing which model you have (300 Win. Mag was a popular caliber for these guns), I really can't tell you specific values to expect although in general you could expect to see values between $275 and $350 depending on what it is and what condition it is in.
Overall, if you are being offered $350 for both guns, you are getting a smoking deal. Your friend clearly does not know what the rifles are worth...
Hope this helps you out...
Doug
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QUESTION: the model on the interarms is a mark x and my friend ask me what the guns were worth so I looked them up in my gun book and it put both of them for around $150 so I told him $350 just to help him out
ANSWER: John,
Clearly it depends on the condition of the guns. If they are in 80% condition or less they are worth less, but even in 80% condition, the Mark X is worth $225-$250 and the Model 94 is worth $200. I don't know what you are using for your valuation, but I am using values from the 28th edition of the Blue Book of Gun Values.
If they are in decent shape, $350 still sounds like a heck of a deal to me.
Regards,
Doug
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QUESTION: I'm using the "The Official Gun Digest Guns & Prices 3rd Edition" is this a go book to base price by or should I get the book you have
Answer John,
In my opinion the Blue Book of Gun Values is much better. It is updated annually and is extremely complete. Most dealers I know use it...
Not saying yours isn't good, the Blue Book just the one that I have always used and I have found the values to track the market well.
