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Old January 20, 2009, 10:26 AM   #1
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Meriden Model 15

Hi guys, I'm new here. Could anyone here give me an approximate value of a Meriden Model 15 22 rifle? This rifle is about 80%, seems to be in good working condition and appears to be all original.
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Old January 21, 2009, 09:57 PM   #2
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Quote from the Standard Catalog of Firearms, 18th Edition "Meriden Firearms Co.also made many single barrel shotguns and 22 rifles whose current values are determined by growing collectors interest and condition." Meriden Firearms Co. 1905 to 1918. However, don't quit your day job.
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Old January 22, 2009, 11:25 AM   #3
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IIRC, Meridan was owned by Sears, Roebuck and made economy firearms for their stores.

It MIGHT make you a Hundredaire - with an avid buyer !

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Old January 22, 2009, 11:43 AM   #4
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Thanks, I wasn't expecting much. It's owned by a friend of mine who wants to sell it. I'm just trying to figure out what a honest offer should be.
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Old January 22, 2009, 12:44 PM   #5
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If it's marked Meriden then I don't think it was a store Brand. Yes Meriden made guns for Sears, but they also made guns for the open market. Winchester also made the Model 70 for the J C Higgins Name, but at the same time they made the more expensive, Winchester marked Model 70. The little Meriden .22 is worth more than a hundred if in good condition
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Old January 22, 2009, 04:03 PM   #6
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I agree. I was thinking some where around 150-175. Sound reasonable
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Old January 23, 2009, 03:34 PM   #7
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meriden arms

I had a Meriden revolver in 32 S&W much like an H&R or IVER.well made gun.
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Old March 5, 2009, 08:16 AM   #8
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Meriden Pump Action 22

I am new to the forum. I have an old pump 22 that is not marked Meriden but I think it is a Meriden Model 15. Does anyone have a photo of a Meriden Model 15 22 pump so I verify its manufacturer? Thanks.
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Old February 12, 2011, 12:12 PM   #9
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The Meriden Model 15 was originally a Savage patent that Meriden bought from them in 1903 and produced it from 1905 to 1917. Depending on condition, they can go as low as $100 or you can buy mine for $500 (it looks new). I've recently seen one that is 100% perfect and original for $1,200.00. OR???? you can sell it to me.
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Old February 12, 2011, 06:08 PM   #10
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Meriden Patents

A J Savage and Basil Savage were issued the patents that became the Meriden 15. Aside from being the sons of A W Savage, they had nothing to do with Savage Arms Co. A W Savage had moved on by then too. The Meriden is entirely different design from the Savage pump 22 Models 1903 or 1914.
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Old December 19, 2011, 09:50 AM   #11
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HI I HAVE A MODEL 15 AS WELL ON THE BOTTOM FRONT OF THE HEEL IS A PLATE MARKED "1706' WUT DOES THIS NUMBER MEAN ? IS THE # TO THE MAKE NUMBER. I HAVE THIS GUN IN ORG;VERY MENT CONDITON. LOOKING TO SELL IT TOOO.
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Old December 22, 2011, 08:14 PM   #12
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The '1706' is the serial number.....the 1706th Model 15 made.

http://www.meridenfirearms.com/rifle.html
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Old January 4, 2012, 07:57 AM   #13
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If anyone's interested, I have some remnants of Meridan pumps. Not in very good condition, though.
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Old February 17, 2012, 04:59 PM   #14
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Meriden 15 parts

A friend just gave me a Model 15 that is in fair shape. Missing the breechblock. Is this a part you have?
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Old February 17, 2012, 07:58 PM   #15
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If you're asking me, BillyT, let me go out and dig through my junk to see if I still have the breechblock.

Edit: Update: Sorry, I do not have a breechblock. I have a complete receiver (left and right halves) and some internal parts

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Old February 18, 2012, 02:43 PM   #16
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Meriden Model 15

gyvel,
Thanks for looking.
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Old February 23, 2012, 09:27 PM   #17
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You're welcome, Billy T. Sorry I didn't have that breechbolt for ya.
If you need other parts, I might have 'em.
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Old March 9, 2012, 06:27 PM   #18
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Need Model 15 Firing Pin

Would you have a firing pin for the model 15?
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Old March 11, 2012, 11:31 AM   #19
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Would you have a firing pin for the model 15?
Sorry, no.

I don't even know when or where I got these parts, but, basically, I have the two halves of the receiver and some odd internals.
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Old July 25, 2012, 12:54 PM   #20
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have some parts for a Meridan model 15

I have a complete breech block and a few other parts for a Meridan Model 15 pump 22 rifle. Side receiver plates, outer mag tube, action bar, and a few other internal parts. Also have an octagon barrel that shows some pitting in the bore but there is rifling there. Thanks.
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Old December 1, 2012, 02:09 PM   #21
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want to sell?

Hey JGulke,

Would you be interested in selling your Meriden model 15 .22?
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Old December 1, 2012, 02:53 PM   #22
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Old December 1, 2012, 05:38 PM   #23
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Where's that zombie ammo, when you need it ?



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Old December 1, 2012, 11:23 PM   #24
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hmm

well do you all know where i can get one?
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Old January 21, 2013, 12:26 PM   #25
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I have my Grandpa's model 15. Nice little shooter, in the middle 100's for serial number too so it must be pretty early. That model has nice features for a period 22. The tang safety is very handy.
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