If you want an estimate of value I need to know about the current condition of the rifle. Is it working? is it in Poor, Fair, Good, Very good, or Excellent condition? The model 1938 red Ryder first came out in 1972 and has 13 variations of that model. Before that it was the model 311, a Red Ryder set, made between 1947-50. Before that, it was a number 111 model 40 Red Ryder 1939-40. So if you have an original 1938 Red Ryder its going to take a lot more information to I identify it first, and then give an estimate of value.
So here is what I suggest. Daisy offers a service to Identify Daisy rifles.
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It was made in 1984 after the movie came out.
The Daisy model 1938-B was new in 1979. In like now condition it is worth $40 ( Bluebook of airguns)
First of all how do you know yours is original? Is yours 1938 model or a No.111 model 40? What condition is it in? Your best bet is it contact Daisy. Daisy offers a FREE service to tell you more about you old Daisy. see the link below.
Daisy started making the Red Ryder in 1939. It was the No:111 model 40. It has gone through several variations and today it the model 1938.
The Mysterious Rider - 1938 was released on: USA: 21 September 1938 Portugal: 14 July 1941
The Mysterious Rider - 1938 is rated/received certificates of: UK:U USA:Approved
I suggest you contact Daisy directed or go online and search for air gun repair. There are shops that make a living repairing old air guns.
After considerable research I can find NO information on a Daisy Model 198. Are you sure that it's not a model 1938. I suggest you contact Daisy directly. They offer a free service to give you more information about your old Daisy. "See the link below."
Without more information about the condition of the rifle it is not possible to answer your question. Your best bet is to ask Daisy. Daisy offers a free service to tell you more about your antique Daisy See the link below.
It has value but I need to know the condition of the rifle. It was made between 1938-40
James Bond - speedway rider - was born on 1938-07-05.
No. Daisy has made about 14 different versions of the 1938. None were specifically made for the left handed person