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Hello guys, just joined up.
I'm trying to find out some info on a real nice rifle I've owned for several years.
It says "Husqvarna Vapenfabriks A B. 30-06 U.S." on the top of the barrel. The barrel is 20". It is on a monacarlo type stock.
The serial # is 203402.

Any idea of a model # and value?

Between $300-$500 depending on it's condition.

Terry

Wow, thanks for the quick reply!

Would you know the model number of this rifle?

It if is in good condition, expect to pay more like $700 to $800.00. Have to see a photo to tell the exact model.

Thanks. I'll post a photo tomorrow.

Ok, here's some pictures;

http://s424.photobucket.com/albums/pp323/Grousehawker/?action=view&current=Husqvarna06005-em.jpg

http://s424.photobucket.com/albums/pp323/Grousehawker/?action=view&current=Husqvarna06001-em.jpg

I think that is a 1640 with the HVA action.

You should ask SBHVA, since he is the resident Husqvarna expert.

SBHVAhotmail.com

Jeff

Yessir.

double check SBHVA's email...
looks like it is @aol.com

or just use pm
he is a great resource

Much appreciated, I'll look him up.
It doesn't say HVA on the rifle. I have another "Tradewinds" Husqvarna that DOES say HVA on it. It is a model 5000 7mm Mag.
Here's a picture of it;

http://s424.photobucket.com/albums/...=view&current=Husqvarna7mm012-em.jpg

Any idea what these rifles worth?

You have a model 4000 Lightweight. Looks original other than the missing front sight hood. Also, appears to be in rather nice condition. Early models (mid to late 50's) had a steel floorplate and sixties guns had one made of aluminum. Very nice rifles built the old fashioned way. 30-06 is a more common caliber as is the model 4000 a rather common model. On the flip side, the model 4000 and 4100 (doesn't have a monte carlo) lightweights are the more sought after Huskys. Without seeing it up close, would guess a value of $500 to $600. My Husky's all shoot rather well except one with a slightly pitted bore from improper storage. Rifle looks like new and had beautiful wood so it sticks around. Compare an early Husky from to fifties to a similar vintage model 70 and you will find the fit/finish a tiny bit better on the metal and a lot better on the wood and wood/metal. Nice rifles for the money they bring.
Dan

I bought one just like that on this board about 3 years ago for $300. The seller was honest and gave a good discription of the rifle. Nobody would touch it at $400, when it got down to $300 I bit. The stock was rough but the metal was clean. I used the action for a custom rifle and it's one of my favorites today.

After I bought mine I watched these for awhile thinking I might like another.

Does your rifle have the steel or aluminum bottom metal? The steel ones are somewhat more desirable.

Here's what I did with mine. I'm very happy with it.


Terry

Nice gun!

To get a good idea on Gun Broker, Got o the main page, then use the GOING,GOING,GONE button at the bottom left. Select COMPLETED AUCTIONS and then sign in, and input your search parameters. Look at the AUCTIONS THAT HAVE BIDS that will give you a real-world idea.

Tradewinds in Seattle imported Husqvarnas built on the HVA action for awhile, then they dropped the Husqvarnas and started importing Kricos.

Husqvarna sold rifles in the US built on 4 different actions:

1st came the commercial 1896 style small-ring Mauser actions.
2nd came the FN 1898 style large-ring Mauser actions.
3rd came the improved small-ring 1898 style Mauser actions, which are generally referred to as HVAs.
4th came the push-feed 8000/9000 style action that are now being made in Italy by Zoli(?).

Jeff

Wow you guys, great info and it's much appreciated!

Husqvarna also sold some single shot bolt action rifles in the US chambered in 22LR, 25-20, 32-20, 30-30, and 45-70.

Jeff

TC1, You always put up the porn - NICE.

Also take a look at the Simpson Ltd website. They have about six screens of Husqvarna centerfire listings and prices and their photos might help to identify and value yours.

Thanks for the tip. Man, that's a great site.
I didn't see any model 4000's which I thought was odd. . .