J.C. Higgins was a brand name for Sears and many manufacturers made them. You would have to provide the model number. Go to proofhouse.com and look at the store brands list.
The JC Higgins model 583.21 bolt action 16 gauge shotguns were produced in the late 1950s to early 1960s. Specifically, they were manufactured between 1958 and 1964. These shotguns were sold through Sears, Roebuck and Co. under the JC Higgins brand.
There were dozens of different shotguns made for Sears under the JC Higgins name. Your question is the equal of "what is a Ford car worth?"
Stevens made jc Higgins shotguns ,the model 311 interchanges with the jc Higgins
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The JC Higgins Model 31 rifle was manufactured for Sears and Roebuck by Hi Standard.
The JC Higgins shotgun model 583.59 was produced in the early 1960s, specifically between 1960 and 1962. JC Higgins was a brand sold by Sears, and this model was manufactured by High Standard for Sears. These shotguns were part of a range of firearms offered during that period.
In 1967, Sears marketed its 20 gauge shotguns under the JC Higgins brand, which were manufactured by various companies, most notably by High Standard and Savage. These shotguns were often sold as affordable options for hunters and sport shooters. The JC Higgins line was known for its reliability and value during that era.
The JC Higgins 28-gauge shotgun was manufactured by the High Standard Manufacturing Company. It was marketed by Sears, Roebuck and Company under the JC Higgins brand from the late 1940s to the 1960s. The exact number of JC Higgins 28GA shotguns produced is not well-documented, making it difficult to provide a specific figure. However, they are considered relatively rare compared to other models from the era.
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JC Higgins Model 20 shotguns sell from $100-$175. sales@countrygunsmith.net
J.C. Higgins model 153.17 shotguns were manufactured in the 1950's, making them approximately 60 years old. The price can range from $50 to $300 depending on the item condition.