Not rare at all.
Not desgined to do this
This is a .22 caliber air pistol not a .177 caliber pistol. See the link below for the owners manual.
Benjamin made this model from 1946 to 1985, but did not start serializing them until 1957. I also have a Benjamin Franklin that has no serial number. Before 1957 it is not possible to set an exact date. Just know it's OLD. The 137 is a .177 caliber pellet pistol the 132 is a .22 caliber pistol and the 130 is a BB pistol.
This pistol was made between 1935-41. Please state the condition of the pistol to get and estimate of value.
Which Model are you asking about.
It was manufactured in 1979
see the link below:
No. The were made from 1946 - 1985. Today Benjamin is owned by Crosman air gun co, Benjamin does make the HB22 that is a .22 cal pump-up pistol. They also have the new Gas piston "Trail NP" .22 cal pistol, it's a single pump pistol. See the link below.
It is very rare to find a model 117 in Excellent condition. It must have NO wear, scratches or dings. In Excellent condition it is worth around $150 it was made between 1938-1941
It's usually on the breech or the very back of the pistol.
It was made in 1960