antique firearms?

Question

I have a mid 1940s savage model 420 and was wondering how much it is worth it is in great shape, and has a nydar scope on it. It looks to be about the same period but I cant find any info on either the scope or gun . It has inlaid stock and some engraving.

Answer 1

In the US, for a firearm to be considered "antique" it must have been manufactured prior to 1898. This is a legal definition and I'm telling you this because it does affect how you can transfer the firearm. Legally, you have a modern firearm so be aware of that should you decide to sell it.

The Nydar sight is not particularly valuable or rare. I have seen them at gun shows and on Ebay. In perfect condition with the box and instructions maybe $25-30. (Sorry James....gotta disagree with you on the Nydar!)

The Savage Model 420 O/U was made from 1937 to 1943. Value (w/double triggers....single trigger is little more.):
98% - $325
95% - $295
90% - $275
80% - $240
Now, that's for a 'standard' double trigger shotgun and you have some engraving and inlay work, but you don't say how much or give detail on the inlay. These extras could be worth a little or a lot, it's all subjective with the quality of the artwork. Fine quality metal engraving and woodwork have a collector interest all their own. It's hard to even put a value on it without seeing detailed photos, but it's going to be in my estimation at least $100 and if really elaborate and perfectly done up to $1000 more.

So, you have at least a $450 shotgun there if it's condition is 95%.

Answer 2

I'm not familiar with the Savage 420, but Savage rifles and shotguns do have considerable collector interest, - particularly an ingraved and inlaid factory-delivered piece as I suspect you may have. I suggest you go to a local bookstore with a copy of all markings found on the gun in your pocket. Find a "Big Blue Book of Gun Values", or similar publication and look it up. Engraved models may or may not be listed, depending on the book you use, But engraving easily adds several hundred dollars, sometimes more, to the price of a firearm.

The Nydar gunsight, I am familiar with, Having been fortunate enough to own one years ago. Developed from technology used in WWII bomb-sights, It is THE direct fore-runner of ALL red-dot, Holographic, and Reflex-type weapon sights popular today. The golden mirror with it's suspended reflection of a targeting circle was not accepted when introduced mainly because of it's unusual and unconventional design, and the fear that it's standing glass lens might be to fragile for the field. Regardless of the publics less-than enthuastic reception, the Nydar Gunsite worked quite well.
It is RARE to find one of these anywhere these days except in the hands of collectors. Regardless of what oppertunistic would-be investors may try to lead you to believe, I have heard of these selling for 500$, and that was nearly ten years ago!
Once you look up your gun, you'll have a ballpark idea what you are looking at - Then you can decide whether to contact an appraiser. If it's worth a bundle, you might want to document that, and list it on your insurance.

Answer 3

Savage made a wide variety of inexpensive, utilitarian shotguns that, to date, have attracted mostly shooting interest, but little collector interest.
MODEL 420 O/U
- 12, 16, or 20 ga., 26-30 in. barrel, various chokes, boxlock, double trigger, extractors, plain pistol grip stock. Mfg. 1937-43.
.100%. 98% .95% .90% .80% .70% .60%
$385. $305 .$275 $250 $210. $195 $155

Single trigger
.100%. 98% .95% .90% .80% .70% .60%
$440. $360. $330 $305 $265. $220 $195

Answer 4

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Answer 5

If it is in good condition it could be worth upwards of $800-$1200. If it is in poor condition only about $150.

Answer 6

try searching on the web or EBAY.