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From 1908 until 1962, Sears, Roebuck & Company sold a wide variety of sporting goods and recreational equipment, including bicycles, golf clubs, rifles, shotguns, and revolvers under the brand name 'J. C. Higgins.' These products were well made and were popular with the company's historical core of rural and working-class consumers.

There is a five digit number (1. XX) on the left front right of the lower frame, just above and in front of the trigger guard. There is a different six digit number (5. XX) on the left side of the barrel just below the name “J. Higgins.”The gun, while appearing well used also appears to have been well maintained. The serial number is 583.65 with the last 5 being hard to read even with a magnifying glass. This number may be an 8 or a 3 but it looks like a 5. She is a beauty. It is a 12 gauge, 26 inch ribbed barrel with a J. Higgins Choke Master adjustable choke system (six settings from Cyl. & Slug to Extra Full). Well in the hopes of raising some funds to cover scosts of shipping. I am sell my pre 1940 JC Higgins saddle serial number 3948. According to the appraisers and experts I have talked to this serial number saddle was made by JC Higgins for Sears and Roebuck. Sears ended the contract in 1938.

Like many other Sears products, the Sears firearms were originally made by major firearm manufacturers. The Model 20 was produced by High Standard Arms, as was the Model 88 revolver.

The J.C. Higgins brand for Sears sporting goods was replaced with the Ted Williams brand. Many of the more durable J.C. Higgins products are still available as second hand items.

The brand name, J. C. Higgins, was based on a real person, John Higgins who was a Sears employee. He moved from his birth country of Ireland to the United States in his late teens and began working for Sears in 1898. He spent his entire working career with Sears and was Vice President for the company for a period of time. He was actually born with no middle name but the Sears Co. presented the idea of labeling their sporting good line with his name and saw it more presentable labeling the brand as J.C. Higgins. He worked with the company until his retirement as head bookkeeper in 1930. Higgins died in 1950. His expertise in sporting goods or sports is unknown.

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List of J.C. Higgins Firearms:

J.C. Higgins Model 101.1, a break-action single barrel shotgun made by Savage, Model 94.

J.C. Higgins Model 101.7, a break-action double barrel shotgun made by Stevens a division of Savage, a duplicate of the Model 311.

J.C. Higgins Model 101.24, a bolt-action .22 LR made by Savage, Model 15-120.

J.C. Higgins Model 102.25, a pump-action shotgun made by the J Stevens Arms Co, Model 520A (1946–47)

J.C. Higgins Model 103.18, bolt action single shot .22 S-L-LR rifle. Made my Marlin Firearms. Copy of Marlin model 100.

J.C. Higgins Model 103.228 bolt action with removable 7rd magazine. Receiver grooves for scope mounting. Same as Marlin Model 80 (No serial number) .22 cal S-L-LR.

J.C. Higgins Model 103.350, break-action over-under shotgun. Made my Marlin Firearms. Copy of Marlin model 90.

J.C. Higgins Model 20, a 12, 16, or 20-gauge pump-action shotgun manufactured by High Standard, Model 200.

J.C. Higgins Model 21, p.n. 583-2079, a 20-gauge pump-action shotgun manufactured by High Standard.

J.C. Higgins Model 25, a semi automatic .22 LR made by High Standard, Model A1041.

J.C. Higgins Model 36 Auto, a semi automatic .22 LR made by High Standard, Model 34.

J.C. Higgins Model 36 Bolt, a bolt action .22 LR made by Marlin, Model 80.

J.C. Higgins Model 42DLM, a magazine-fed .22 WMR bolt-action rifle, manufactured by Marlin, Model 80.

J.C. Higgins Model 44DL, a .22 caliber lever action rifle manufactured by Marlin, Model 57.

J.C. Higgins Model 45, lever action in .35 Remington and 30-30, manufactured by Marlin Model 103-450.

J.C. Higgins Model 50, a bolt action rifle with a commercial FN Mauser action and a chrome lined barrel from High Standard. Made in 270 and 30-06.

J.C. Higgins Model 51, same as the Model 50 with a fancier checkered stock with cheekpiece.

J.C. Higgins Model 51L, a bolt action centerfire rifle with a Husqvarna action.

J.C. Higgins Model 52 a bolt action 22 Hornet made by SAKO, Model L46.

J.C. Higgins Model 60, a semi automatic shotgun manufactured by High Standard, (unsure of exact model).

J.C. Higgins Model 80, a semi automatic .22 LR pistol, a copy of the Hi Standard M101 with a brown plastic target grip, mfg. by Hi Standard.

J.C. Higgins Model 85, a semi automatic .22 LR pistol, manufactured by Manufacture D'Armes Des Pyrennes (MAPF). Also sold as Unique Model D-2 and Wards Westernfield Model 5.

J.C. Higgins Model 88, a revolver manufactured by High Standard.

J.C. Higgins 12 ga. Bolt Action shotgun Model 153 maker unknown.

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I'm looking for the date of a J.C. Higgins bicycle with theserial number 705495

What is the vaule of a JC Higgins Model 41?

when was the j. c. Higgins model 41 serial number 103,19780 manufactured

Where is the serial number on a J C Higgins rifle?

Serial numbers on rifles and shotguns were not required until 1968. Most JC Higgins guns made prior to that never HAD a serial number- and yes, it is legal.

What is the age and value of a J C Higgins mod 88?

Depends on the serial number which was not provided

How old is a J C Higgins Pistol model 88 serial 583880?

The 583.880 is not the serial #, that is the Sears part number. The serial number will be on the other side of the frame.

Photo of j c higgings 12 ga shotgun?

JC Higgins was a store brand name. Proofhouse.com has a store brand chart.

Where to locate serial number on jc Higgins model 20 583.53?

Jc Higgins Model 50 Serial Numbers

your shotgun was made in 1947 guns made back then were not required to have a serial no. It was not until the Federal gun control act of 1968 that rifles or shotguns were required by federal law to have a serial number.J C Higgins brand guns were sold from 1945 to 1962 You will never see a J C Higgins rifle or shotgun with a factory serial number.

Sears and Robuck - J C Higgins Model 10313 - 22cal Am unable to find serial nunber. Approx. where would it be Who sells parts for this?

looking for serial # on jc higgins model 10313 22 cal rifle. can't locate one.

What has the author J C Higgins written?

J. C. Higgins has written: 'Life of Robert Burns'

What has the author Stephen J Higgins written?

Stephen J. Higgins has written: 'AIDS education in secondary schools'

What has the author James J Higgins written?

James J. Higgins has written: 'Introduction to Modern Nonparametric Statistics'

Where do you find the serial number on the j c Higgins 583.20?

Prior to 1968, the law did not require serial numbers on rifles and shotguns. Since it costs money to serialize firearms, inexpensive guns usually did not have one.

When did Thomas J. Higgins die?

Thomas J. Higgins died on August 15, 1917 at the age of 86.

How many different 12 gauge models did JC Higgins make?

J. C. Higgins was not a manufacturer. J. C. Higgins was a tade name used by Sears Roebuck & Co.

What is the value of a J C Higgins single shot shotgun?

I beleave I saw a value you chart on Shotgun World Around 65-75 dollars I think is what the chart said for one in good shape. check out this web-site for parts and manuals High Standard

How old was Thomas J. Higgins at death?

Thomas J. Higgins died on August 15, 1917 at the age of 86.

Jc Higgins Bicycle Serial Numbers

What has the author J Wallace Higgins written?

J. Wallace Higgins has written: 'Porterage parameters and tables' -- subject(s): Porters

Is the j c Higgins shot gun serial 583.20 a safe gun?

We can't tell- you are not holding the gun close enough to the computer. You need to take it to a gunsmith for an answer.

Where can you find a complete tank for a girls sears J C Higgins bicycle?

My father in Venice, FL has a 1968 J C Higgins 26' girls tanker bicycle that is in complete and in decent shape. A collector stopped by and provided information about the year and type of bike - Dad did not know much about the bike. If you'd like the whole bike $100 buys it complete with two new tires and ready to ride. If you just want the tank itself - call Bob Barber…

Where is the the serial number on a 12 gauge Sears Roebuck and Co J C Higgins Model 30 583.71?

The JC Higgins583. is a High Standard. If it was manufactured after 1968, the serial number should be on the side of the receiver. If it was made before 1968, it may not have a serial number.

Who made the J C Higgins model 30?

J C Higgins /High Standard http://www.histandard.info/PDF/Sears%20Rifles.pdf

What has the author Philip J Higgins written?

Philip J. Higgins has written: 'An introduction to topological groups' -- subject(s): Topological groups

What has the author Michael J Higgins written?

Michael J. Higgins has written: 'The Nochta site' -- subject(s): Antiquities, Indians of North America

How old is Thomas J. Higgins?

Thomas J. Higgins was born on June 8, 1831 and died on August 15, 1917. Thomas J. Higgins would have been 86 years old at the time of death or 184 years old today.

How do you assemble j c Higgins 103.229?

Hdloader 0.8c download. How do you assemble a jc higgins 103.229 22 rifle

What is the price and how old of J.C. Higgins double barrel field serial R131132.?

J C Higgins was a store brand name used by Sears on sporting goods from 1908 until 1962. We cannot tell maker, model and condition from a serial number- and it is likely that is a production run number, not a serial number. You will need a hands on review by a gunsmith or shotgun collector. Most in average condition run around $150 or so.

How many shells does a J C Higgins model 20 12 gauge hold?

The J C Higgins Model 20 holds 6 rounds with out a magazine plug

Bolt action model 583.4 where is the location of the serial number?

Rifles and shotguns were not required to HAVE a serial number until the 1968 Gun Control Act. Many of the J C Higgins branded guns sold by Sears were made before then. And yes, it is perfectly legal in the US to own a gun that never HAD a serial number- but illegal to remove a serial number.

Where is the serial number on a J C Higgins shotgun model 20-12 gauge stamped proof tested?

There is none. They were made before serial numbers were required on guns. Also, American gun makers generally do not stamp a proof mark on their guns.

What has the author Patrick J Higgins written?

Patrick J. Higgins has written: 'Supporting, installing, and testing pipes' -- subject(s): Design and construction, Pipelines, Testing 'The Threat of a Sword'

How old is a J C Higgins Pistol model 88 serial 583881?

Sometime between ABOUT 1955 and 1980. Wish we could be more specific, but your High Standard Sentinel revolver (made for Sears) has not been catalogued, and that is not the serial number- that is the model number used by Sears.

What year was a J C Higgins Sears and Roebuck model 50 270 583 91 made?

Exact year cannot be determined from data given. 583.91 is not a serial number, but a Sears model number.

J C Higgins model 30 rifle?

J C Higgins is a brand name for rifles made by various companies for Sears. Mossberg, Savage, Remington and Hi Standard made rifles for Western Auto and Sears using the Higgins name on the Sears rifles.

Is there a ammo clip for a J C Higgins shotgun model 58324 16 gauge?

There is a ammo clip for a J C Higgins shotgun model 58324 16 gauge. You can buy it as a replacement part.

How can you determine the model number of a double barrel shotgun bought at an antique shop if all it says is J Stevens Arms Tools Co Chicopee Falls Mass USA?

On many of the older guns there are no model numbers, but there may be a serial number. If there is a serial number then try to Google the name of the company (J Stevens Arms Co) and try to get a number or an address to contact them to get the model number. If there is no serial number, then you will have to bring the gun to a gun dealer who specializes in…

What is the value of a J C Higgins Model 41 Sears and Roebuck serial number 10319770?

Made by Marlin for Sears, and is basically the Marlin Model 101. Worth about $50-$75 in very good condition. www.countrygunsmith.net

What is the exact age of a J C Higgins Model 41 DLA-103.275 .22 Auto safe?

Not possible to give an exact age. 103-275 is a sears part number, not a serial number.

What has the author William J Higgins written?

William J. Higgins has written: 'Market prospects for U.S. horticultural products in Japan' -- subject(s): Market surveys, Food industry and trade, Produce trade

Jc Higgins Bicycles Serial Numbers

Jc Higgins 22

What is the value of a J C Higgins model 2012 gauge 583.59?

Jc Higgins Model 88 Serial Numbers

The value of a JC Higgins model 2012 gauge 583.59 is $250.

Who made the j c Higgins model 29 rifle in 22 cal?

Answer J.C Higgins Model 29 was manufactured for Sears by Hi Standard: Not all J C Higgins were made by Hi Standard, but this model was. Marlin, Winchester, Browning and Savage also made guns for Sears.

Are J C Higgins firearms still made?

No. Several companies made guns for Sears under the JC Higgins name. They still exist but no longer make guns with the JC Higgins name.