NTK - What's a fair asking price for this rifle?

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White Rabbit

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Hello all,

The rimfire gods have blessed me with TWO brand new rifles for my birthday. One, a beautiful Sako Finnfire from my wife. The other, a Ruger 77/22 All-Weather from my parents. Both are bolt guns.

I actually like the looks of the Ruger better but can't ignore the the beautiful finish on the Finnfire. So, I'm keeping the Finnfire and selling the Ruger.

I need to know what a fair asking price is for this gun. Specs: NIB Ruger 77/22 Bolt-Action Rimfire Rifle .22LR. Model K77/22VBZ - 24" stainless heavy barrel finished in Target Gray - laminate stock - scope rings - 2 (yes it surprised me too) 10 round magazines.

My next question is where can I sell this gun online and how do I do it. I don't have an FFL and have never sold anything online before.

Thanks to all for the help,

WR
 
Rabbit,

Have you shot them both? I'd not make a decision on which to sell until after taking both to the range with a bunch of different types of ammo. A clean .22 should hold its value pretty well, so I don't think you'll gain much by advertising "never fired." Shoot 'em both, then decide.

As far as selling via the net, best bet might be to list an auction at http://www.gunbroker.com or http://www.auctionarms.com. Check out both sites. Gunbroker, in particular, has good info on how to sell via the web. The main requirement is that if you ship out of state, you must ship to the address of a valid FFL holder. You should get an ink-signed copy of the dealer's license, and verify with the ATF that the license is current (can be done via a link at Gunbroker.com).

Hope this helps.
 
Well, you can go to the Ruger website and look at their prices. You can also check your local gunstore. NIB is NIB...

Unless you're just really hurting for cash, I suggest you not be in a hurry.

FWIW, Art
 
Thanks everyone for the reply,

I want to buy my first AR-15 soon and need the cash to help foot the bill. I'm not going to do this tomorrow but in the near future.

Art, tried going to the local shop and they said they'd only give $225 for it. They said that's the wholesale price and weren't willing to pay more. I said no thanks and left kinda steamed because it felt like they were trying to rip me off. Anyone know if that's true? $225 for this rifle seems waaaay to low to me. I was thinking more like $350 to $375 but really have no idea. I called my dad and he said he paid a little over $400 for it. Even NIB, I doubt I'll get $400 for it but was hoping for at least $350-$375. Is this unreasonable?

Thanks again for the help,

WR
 
WR - shoot them both first. Lots of variance in .22s. Legionnaire is right.

Second - think about asking your folks to return the Ruger and give you the cash.

Giz
 
Legionnaire and Gizmo,

One of the main reasons I'm keeping the Sako instead of the Ruger is that the Ruger is really heavy. The gun is really going to be mostly for squirrel hunting but I do shoot for mark once in awhile. The Sako is lightweight and very very accurate. It's easy on the shoulder and it just seems right in my hands too.

As far as having dad return the gun. The shop has "No Returns On All Firearms" signs posted all over the store. I've never tried to return one but I kinda doubt they'd take it back. I suppose it's worth a try though.

Regards,

WR
 
I sold my Ruger 77/22 VBZ in .22WMR last September 1999 in a private sale with the rings (upgraded with Allen screws), without the box or Volquartsen sear I had installed. I received $350. I had bought it used with a matte Leupold Vari-X III 2.5-8 scope and a quick adjust nylon sling for $500. It was used but in 100%. So after the sale, I obtained a Vari-X III for $150. All parties were happy and the new owner received the sear as a bonus.

I liked it, but the accuracy was disappointing. In fairness, I did not really experiment. However, if Ruger ever made a blued version, bar the doors. ;)

I have a Finnfire heavy barrel and it would outshoot the Ruger (and most other rifles), but the Ruger was a .22 Magnum.


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[This message has been edited by 700PSS Shooter (edited October 03, 2000).]
 
Rabbit,

If you're set on getting rid of it, try trading it in on the AR. You'll get more for it I'll bet. Most places will trade on nib or LN firearms. Also, at least around here, there is not a lot of mark up on firearms. I've seen what the dealers pay and it's not a lot below what you or I pay. (Got a friend that works in a gunshop). So the wholesale guy is just trying to make some extra cash it sounds like. You'll do better by trading it in I think. Maybe your wife would like to try shooting it. Then you could spend more time with her (or her with you) and then maybe the extra cash for the AR won't be too bad!!! :D GOOD LUCK

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Danny45
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FWIW. The Ruger 2000 price guide shows a MSRP of $539 for a K77/22VBZ. Danny45 has a point,most dealers will trade at a higher price than buy out right. Wish my Dad would buy a rifle like this for me; no wife yet,some guys have all the luck.

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