I would like help putting a value on a Beeman RX-1, purchased 1993, as new

[PeteG]

Hello folks.

I have a Beeman RX-1 I purchased in 1993, and literally never used. It has less than 50 rounds through it, just sighting in an experimenting when I first got it. I just turned 70, and I am reducing the number of guns in the safe that I don't use.

The rifle is equipped with a Beeman SS-2 scope (made in Japan). 3 x 21.

It is .20 / 5 mm caliber. Santa Rosa address on the receiver. Birch stock. I have all the papers that came with the rifle. I'm not sure I still have the box.

I want to give this thing a good home. But I don't know what to ask for the rifle, the scope, or both in combination.

Obviously, I am not an active air-rifle shooter. So any help any more experienced guys can give me would be appreciated.

PeteG - Pittsburgh, PA

 

[josh3rd]

Is it a gas ram?

 

[Airgun Nation]

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[MMCM13]

I’ll toss in my 2 cents. 2016 blue book puts a 100% condition RX-1 at $450, add 15% for the address. For the 6 years difference (2016-2022) probably about another 30% on that, $700 or so. A general look around on the scope shows $250-400 for price. Might want to shoot, chronograph it, to show it still has a good ram and seal after about 30 years.

 

[Lewis]

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[PeteG]

Thank you. That is just the kind of information I was looking for.

I suppose if I put in a pellet or two and fire them at a 1x6, it will tell me if it still has zip.

 

[Lewis]

I would strongly advise against shooting it. The seals have likely deteriorated over time. Shooting it could cause damage.

 

[Michigander]

If being sold as a shooter, you have to take into consideration that AOA is selling the HW90 in .20 caliber new, with warranty for $670. Essentially the same rifle as yours including full length stock with cheekpiece and checkering. I think between 2/3 and 3/4 the new price for a used gun is fair, depending on condition. Given the age, you would expect to have to knock $50-100 of that price to allow for reseal and lube. Just my opinion. I have no idea what the value would be to a collector.

 

[sonnysan]

So you want to know how to replace the valve, or are you selling without going through all that trouble? I've replaced the valve in mine, but you are talking about $130 total in tools/part.

 

[BryanH]

Sight unseen I am gonna go out on a limb and say that, in very good condition, you could get more for that rig than the current price of a brand new HW90. 

 

[PeteG]

I did not know that firing it at this point might damage it.. I'm glad I came here and asked around.

It is my intention to sell the thing as is. If the passage of time alone requires a $130 repair, I would rather let the new owner deal with that. We'll just adjust the price. And I never considered someone would want it as a collector piece. This is a lot more complicated than I thought.

But keep the information coming. I will figure it out.

Even though I don't know from air guns, I know a great deal about firearms and optics. This is a nice piece of gear for someone who knows what to do with it. Just not for me.

 

[GoldenStateAIRGUNer]

That's about the time I bought mine in that same caliber. As mentioned, because of it's age, I'd be reluctant to shoot it. Would be nice to install a pressure gauge and see how many BAR's are present. Try partially cocking the rifle to get a idea by it's cocking effort if a leak has occurred. Others will chime in on what BAR the RX1 should be at.

 

[GoldenStateAIRGUNer]

I believe Beeman had a cocking effort rating of 46 lbs for that rifle. Which is stout !

 

[GoldenStateAIRGUNer]

Also, that SS2 scope will add another $150 to the value. I see them sell on eBay for $200 at times.

 

[GoldenStateAIRGUNer]

Is it a gas ram?

Yes