Weaver Scope quality?/est. value?
I am looking at a used Weaver K4 60-B scope, bracket and Quick Site rings to mount on my .22 LF (Browning automatic). The scope is clear seems, no scratches on the lens and it has fairly thin cross hairs. Everything seems to work properly. The finish is worn in many places. A couple places on the objective lens end, shiny metal can be seen. Is there a way to repair the finish or is it not worth while? The fellow wants $55 for the scope, bracket and rings. Seems fair, is that about a fair price? I was told Weaver scopes are decent quality scopes. Right or Wrong? Thanks
Worry is the interest humans pay on the debt of miscalculation.
Worry is the interest humans pay on the debt of miscalculation.
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The Weaver's are good scopes, but not high end. But, if it's so worn that you think it needs refinishing, it's value is close to zero; he should give it to you. You can get the same model scope at an online auction in much better condition for half the price.
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Thanks Neal, I'll just pass on it. I don't want to offend the guy.
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If it's one of the old ones made in ElPaso Texas, it a good one no matter if the outside is worn some. Add in the cost of the rings and the base and it's not such a bad deal, and it sure beats the one made far away from here.
Darn nice old scopes in my humble opinion
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Darn nice old scopes in their day. Not fully multicoated, not near state of the art optics. They are really terrific in good condition for topping of an older rifle for a real period look and feel, almost like hunting in the 50's or 60's.
At that price, most of the value is in the rings and mounts as collectables, but I would pass and opt for better optics for my modern rifle. No reason to make a $500 rifle a $55 rifle.0
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