I own a Winchester Model 65 lever action 32-20. Would like to know its value?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Hi Cy. Are you sure of your model number, '65? Reason I'm asking is because Winchester introduced the .32-20 caliber in1882 for their Model 73 Winchester rifle. The earliest lever action 'Winchester-type' rifle that I am aware of is the Henry rifle of circa 1860 and that was chambered for the old .44 Rimfire cartridge. Earlier lever type rifles associated with Winchester are the Volcanic arms (not .32-20 but somekind of 'case-less' ammunition) and the earlier Spencer repeater, a .56 caliber.

The earliest Winchester lever-action rifle that I am aware of is the 1866, an improved Henry rifle re-named the "Winchester repeater" (and in fact the first lever-action rifle to bear the Winchester name) but still chambered for the old .44 rimfire cartridge.

So... Your rifle may not be an 1865, or it may not be a .32-20. Could it be a Winchester 1873 chambered in .32-20? That would be a rare find if authentic and original. If you wish, e-mail me with more info.

Best.

H

Answer 3

Winchester Model 65 Lever Action Rifle (Evolved from Model 53 Winchester) 32-20 W.C.F Caliber,Half-Tube 7 Shot Magazine Tube,22" Round Barrel - (Total Production 5380 Rifles) Manufactured Between 1933-1947

These Rifles were upgraded Model 53's and as such were manufactured with Model 53 parts then refinished by Winchester before being offered for sale. The most popular caliber being .218 Bee. There are few rifles of this particular model that exist in 100% condition except for a few that exist in private collections or in museums..

Conditions are based on percentage of unalterd "original" finish and overall condition of the firearm

95% Condition $ 3999.00
90% " $ 3675.00
80% " $ 3225.00
70% " $ 2750.00
60% " $ 2350.00
50% " $ 2000.00
40% " $ 1700.00
30% " $ 1395.00
20% " $ 1150.00
10% " $ 975.00

Above values are current market values for the firearm as described for November 2007 and are subject to change.
It should be noted that with the sale of USRA in 2006 the values of these firearms are expected to increase considerably in the next few years, as their respective collector values will increase as well.

Answer 4

This is a rare gun; 5,704 made 1933-1947. Have it professionaly appraised.