I have four of these, one I bought as my first rifle 39 years ago and the last three in auctions or a local gunsmith, never paid over 350.00 for them.

Here is what was paid in the last auction!

575.00 CDN and then all the fees on top are going to make it over 600-700 bucks.


One sold down in Richmond BC for 350.00
Here is a pick from a member who sold his on here.


Condition: 9/10

Make: WINCHESTER
Model: 490
Caliber: .22 LR

Bore(s): Excellent
Comes With: Box, Magazine
Action: Semi Automatic Rifle

Main Description: Box has matching serial number label. Blade front sight with hood and ramp, adjustable folding u notched rear sight, blued finish, grooved receiver. One piece wood stock, checkered forearm and pistol grip, checkered black polymer butt plate.

Wear: Shows slight handling marks overall

Barrel Length: 21.75"
Serial: J055539
Class: Canadian Non Restricted

Looks like a good rifle for cheap practice and plinking for a guy that wanted something similar in style and feel to his Winchester model 100. That .22 looks like a real rifle compared to the cheap 22s that are currently produced.

I have always liked the looks of them. A number of years back I could not get the attention of any of the bid takers and missed one for $175.