Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic rifle for a penny-start auction, this is the JC Higgins Model 36.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: JC Higgins
Model: 36
Serial: No Serial
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade on Ramp Base Front with Elevator Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Stock and Forearm
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The J.C. Higgins Model 36 is a classic mid-20th-century American rimfire rifle that highlights the era when Sears, Roebuck & Co. marketed quality firearms under its J.C. Higgins house brand, offering good performance at an accessible price point. Manufactured from about 1955 to 1957 by High Standard, a respected Connecticut firearms maker, the Model 36 is a semi-automatic .22 Long Rifle designed for field use, plinking, and small game hunting, combining a light, balanced feel with reliable blowback operation that feeds from an under-barrel tubular magazine holding approximately 16 rounds +1—a generous capacity for its type. Its 24-inch barrel provides a comfortable sight radius for accurate shooting at typical .22 targets, while the distinctive wood forearm extends rearward to cover part of the receiver, giving the rifle a unique, immediately recognizable profile among vintage .22 semi-autos. The receiver is made of lightweight aluminum alloy with a matte finish, contrasted by a blued steel barrel and magazine tube, and classic walnut stocks, designed to offer a secure, ergonomic hold for shooters of all ages. Standard sights consist of a ramped front with a dovetail-mounted blade and an adjustable rear, and many examples were fitted with scope bases machined into the receiver for optional optics, reflecting High Standard’s appeal to both casual shooters and those who wanted a little more precision out of a .22 rifle. Though produced for only a few years before Sears transitioned its branding, the Model?36 remains a sought-after piece among collectors of vintage sporting arms, appreciated for its smooth handling, solid reliability, and its status as a tangible piece of post-war American shooting sports history.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 36
Serial: No Serial
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade on Ramp Base Front with Elevator Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Stock and Forearm
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The J.C. Higgins Model 36 is a classic mid-20th-century American rimfire rifle that highlights the era when Sears, Roebuck & Co. marketed quality firearms under its J.C. Higgins house brand, offering good performance at an accessible price point. Manufactured from about 1955 to 1957 by High Standard, a respected Connecticut firearms maker, the Model 36 is a semi-automatic .22 Long Rifle designed for field use, plinking, and small game hunting, combining a light, balanced feel with reliable blowback operation that feeds from an under-barrel tubular magazine holding approximately 16 rounds +1—a generous capacity for its type. Its 24-inch barrel provides a comfortable sight radius for accurate shooting at typical .22 targets, while the distinctive wood forearm extends rearward to cover part of the receiver, giving the rifle a unique, immediately recognizable profile among vintage .22 semi-autos. The receiver is made of lightweight aluminum alloy with a matte finish, contrasted by a blued steel barrel and magazine tube, and classic walnut stocks, designed to offer a secure, ergonomic hold for shooters of all ages. Standard sights consist of a ramped front with a dovetail-mounted blade and an adjustable rear, and many examples were fitted with scope bases machined into the receiver for optional optics, reflecting High Standard’s appeal to both casual shooters and those who wanted a little more precision out of a .22 rifle. Though produced for only a few years before Sears transitioned its branding, the Model?36 remains a sought-after piece among collectors of vintage sporting arms, appreciated for its smooth handling, solid reliability, and its status as a tangible piece of post-war American shooting sports history.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1147267400 |
BidPrice: |
101 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-01-25 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
101 |




