The cost varied between models. The Red Ryder didn't exist in the 1930 but a daisy cost around $2.50 and a model 25 cost about $4.50
An original Red Ryder cost somewhere around $2.50 to $3.00. This would be a No. 111 model 40. The Red Ryder started production in 1939.
Are you asking "what was the cost in 1953 or What does one cost today." Or are you asking what is the value of a 1953 red ryder today. Please restate your question. As for the cost of a 1953 red ryder today. Well I don't know anyone who is selling one.
The traditional Daisy Red Ryder BB Gun sells for $31 at Walmart
A new Daisy Red Ryder cost around $40
It depends on the age and condition of the Red Ryder. Some are more desirable than others. A new one cost around $35
How much does it cost or how much is it worth? As far as cost. They are no longer for sale brand new so it depends on who is selling and who is buying. The model 20 was called the "little Daisy" it was made in 8 variations, the last one was made between 1915-1937. As far as worth, well that depends on the current condition of the rifle and you did not state any condition so no estimate of value can be given.
A few things you should consider before you refurbish your Red Ryder. If you just want to get it repaired check the web for Airgun repair and locate a shop near you to do the repairs. Consider this, a new Red Ryder cost about $40. If this is a collectors rifle refurbishing it will decrease the value. If the trigger guard is made of metal it is an old one but if it's made of plastic it doesn't have much value.
The Red Ryder BB rifle cost around $2:50 in 1940. This would be the No:111 model 40 first variation. There would be 8 more Variations over the following years
Red Ryder was played by several different actors: Don 'Red' Barry, "Wild Bill" Elliott and Allan (Rocky) Lane portrayed Red Ryder along with Jim Bannon as Red Ryder in the movies.
Stephen Slesinger created Red Ryder in 1938 for the comics
The duration of Adventures of Red Ryder is 3.52 hours.
Adventures of Red Ryder was created on 1940-06-28.