The very first rifle I ever bought with my own money was a Remington M514, single shot .22. I bought it brand new some 55 years ago and still have it. It accounted for so many squirrels, possums, etc, I'd never be able to count them. It was not a target rifle but was very accurate. The trigger was the bolt release so a nice trigger pull was out of the question. It was easy to clean and care for though it does show a bit of wear. Mine still has a shiny bore. I made the mistake (never again but I was a kid back then) of letting a "friend" take it into the woods with a couple of his friends. It bears a couple of noticeable dings from that mistake. A few years back I saw three of them my regular gun store. They were in "unfortunate" condition and had obviously not been taken care of as had mine. The price on them was $140 or $150, can't recall which. I paid $21 including tax for my brand new one those many years ago. I have no intention whatsoever of letting mine go; we're partners to the end.
I'd like to hear from those of you who have owned/shot/sold/shouldered/etc, this great beginners rifle. It is a man size rifle, not a youth's toy. Just curious, but anyone know the value of used ones nowadays?