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I was given this by my grandmother after my grandfather passed away and I'm considering selling it or possibly trading for another gun. I know these were made from 1960-65. Nothing hugely special about it. Winchester Model 59 semi-auto 12 ga. 2+1 capacity. Improved Choke (non removable) My main concern was its value. Any ideas? I've seen some numbers online that said anywhere from $250-$650 depending on condition. It's in good condition I would guess. But I am untrained in assessing a gun's condition. The wood is nice. The metal has some dings but nothing major. Shoots well last I shot it. I posted this here instead of the market because I'd like to get a ballpark value before I sell/trade. Thanks for any info!

This may give you an idea of what folks are asking for them in variuous conditions http://www.gunbroker.com/All/BI.aspx?Ke ... +59&Sort=5" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The Model 59 had removeable chokes on the fibreglass wrapped steel barrels. Both features were new. Aluminum alloy receiver was also part of the marketing strategy. The main selling point was it's light weight, making it easily carried for long days of hunting. It's recoil action gave way to gas operated sytems. Blue Book lists them at $250 @60% to $750 @ 100%, with 90% @ $400. There's a 30% add on for all three choke tubes. Check for fibreglass separation at the end of the barrel and cracks in the stock.

Thanks for the info!

I would say a fair price would be between 300-400 - it is hard to say without seeing the gun in hand, the Versalite Barrel makes it more valuble especially if you have other Choke Tubes. The Choke should be removable, unless it is stuck, some penetrating oil and a tube wrench should correct that,

Does it have the orignal Buttplate ? What condition in the Floating Chamber in ? The floating chamber is very prone to corrosion if not cleaned properly.

Grouse Hunters up North are quite found of these guns.

I own a couple and really like them.

Let us know when you put it on the Market, please.

Family heirloom, I'd keep it.

Carry-a-Kimber wrote:Family heirloom, I'd keep it.

Yes and no. While it did belong to my grandfather, he was known to just pick up guns whenever he saw them. I have no way of knowing how long he had it. It's the ones that he personally gave to me that are the heirlooms.

My grandmother left one for my oldest son before she passed away (he was 4), with all the choke tubes, her gloves, case and plastic choke tube holders. Not hardly a mark on it and growing up I remember all the quail that we ate and the bird dogs they always had at home. Made me proud to keep this until he was old enough to shoot and take care of it before passing it on. For us it is and will be worth more kept in the family.