Ruger's website has extensive serail number data on all its models.
It can use either 44 magnum or 44 special
Remington did not make a carbine in .44 Magnum caliber. They did chamber the Model 788 rifle in that caliber. Do you have a Ruger carbine in .44 Remington Magnum, or perhaps a Marlin in that caliber? sales@countrygunsmith.net
Depending on condition, $300-$450.
You will need to contact Ruger Customer service (use the Ruger Website) and they may be able to find that for you. It has only been in production for one year back then.
40-400 usd
Check Auction Arms, Gun Broker, or just do a web search
For a basic model, you're looking in the vicinity of $170 - $200 new.
I have a model 96 ruger 44calibre lever action carbine ,paid 630.00 dollars new and have had it for 3 years now ,works flawlessly and would put its worth about 475.00 dollars ,it has a 4 power scope and sling and is in vey good condition
I have one with gold lettering as well. It's a1962 model. It looks factory as well.
Call Ruger 9287786555
100-1000 USD. "Normal wear" doesn't translate well without a picture which this site does not do.
100-1000 USD and up depending on specifics