I am being offered a Victor Arms Shotgun 16ga. I have not seen it yet but the owner says it is in good shape and about 80 yrs old. What would be a descent price to pay? I know condition is critical so a table showing condition v/s price would be appreciated.
If it is in good condition, are these generally safe to shoot?
Thanks!!
bferg
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Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co, Chicago (1882-1962), retailed the Victor shotguns which were manufactured by Crescent Arms, Norwich, CT (1893-1930).
CRESCENT SINGLE SHOT MODEL
- 12, 16, 20, 28 ga., or .410 bore, exposed hammer, various barrel lengths, walnut stock and forearm. Disc.
Grading ...100% ...98% ...95% ...90% ...80% ...70% ...60%
................$125 ...$100 ...$85 ....$70 ....$60 .....$45 .....$30
Add 15% for 16 or 20 ga., 50% for 28 ga. or .410 bore.
I own a Wm. Enders Oak Leaf 20 gauge similar to the above shotgun. It was made by Crescent and my Grandfather purchased it new in 1928 when he was 15. It was the first gun he bought with his own money. It was given to my father, and then to me when I was 12 and started hunting. It's still a great shooting gun with a nice tight action.