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Scorch · March 23, 2017, 08:27 PM

OK, really quickly, the Mauser is worth maybe $200-ish, and the 870 is worth $500-ish.

The Mauser has been buffed and blued, so its value is actually lower than one with the original phosphate finish. The fact that it has a magazine is the only redeeming factor, if it were lacking a magazine its value would be essentially nil.

The Remington 870 Wingmaster is a late 1970s gun with the pressed checkering. Its value is lower than an 870 with cut checkering. It also has a fixed choke, which will draw the value down. If you find the right buyer, it will sell in a heartbeat, but finding someone who wants a glossy shotgun with a 28" barrel and wood stock may take some time.

March 23, 2017, 08:27 PM	#10
Scorch Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 15,248	OK, really quickly, the Mauser is worth maybe $200-ish, and the 870 is worth $500-ish. The Mauser has been buffed and blued, so its value is actually lower than one with the original phosphate finish. The fact that it has a magazine is the only redeeming factor, if it were lacking a magazine its value would be essentially nil. The Remington 870 Wingmaster is a late 1970s gun with the pressed checkering. Its value is lower than an 870 with cut checkering. It also has a fixed choke, which will draw the value down. If you find the right buyer, it will sell in a heartbeat, but finding someone who wants a glossy shotgun with a 28" barrel and wood stock may take some time. __________________ Never try to educate someone who resists knowledge at all costs. But what do I know? Summit Arms Services