ho much is a model 55 nickel steel barrel Winchester 32 special worth today?
Being made during that time span I am not sure if iron will hold a nickel plating.I am surprised that you would want to destroy the collection value of such a early made Winchester rifle by attempting to Nickel plate the barrel of this rifle in the first place.All Winchester collectors would be willing to pay a handsome price for a original Winchester model 1866 rifle.
It has a nickel steel barrel and is a 12 gauge with a mod choke. It has a nickel steel barrel and is a 12 gauge with a mod choke. It has a nickel steel barrel and is a 12 gauge with a mod choke.
if the barrel is nickel steel 1900-2500 bucks
midvale nickel steel
$6300.00 fjc have gun will travel
It is not recommended to use steel shot in a nickel steel barrel, such as the one on a Model 12 Winchester. The hardness of steel shot can cause excessive wear and potentially damage the barrel. It is safer to stick with lead shot or other non-toxic alternatives.
Cannot be answered without the serial number included.
Hopefully you are looking at the barrel marking indicating a nickel steel barrel, and not that the rifle has been nickel plated. We would have to have a LOT more information to even hazard a guess on value. Condition, originality, any special order features....? Is it actually a rifle, or it is a carbine? Digital pictures would be a big help. sales@countrygunsmith.net
Requires professional appraisal.
The name Winchester, the caliber of the gun, and "Model of 18XX " should be stamped right into the barrel, if it's not there, then the barrel has been replaced. This pretty much killed the value of the gun, ...sorry. Winchester had a half a dozen lever actions, try searching google images and compare them with what you have, that might help. If you want, you can eMail me a photo and I can tell you for sure. Are you sure it's a Winchester? There are a lot of clones out there.
The value of a 30 WCF Winchester Model 55 takedown with a nickel barrel in good condition can range from $1,000 to $1,500 depending on factors such as overall condition, rarity, and current market demand. It's recommended to have the firearm appraised by a professional to get an accurate valuation.