They were about $60 new, and now about $100 in good condition at a gun show.
Yes, a Jennings J22 will fire without a magazine inserted.
Recommend you ask a gunsmith for help
used about 125 (like new) - 50 (worn) dollars us. New about 150.00 Us.
Best to ask a gunsmith for help if you don't have a manual
what is the value of a Jennings model J-22 long rifle still in the box with paperwork and never been fired I just got a jennings j-22 stainless black combat grip still in the box with paperwork never fired for 90 us dollars. Hope that helps ************ Agree with above. These retail new for $80-90.
.22 LR rim fire
That's a task best left to a gunsmith.
$50 to $75. These were very crude, low cost firearms of no particularly high quality.
These retail for about $85 new.
The estimated value of a Jennings model J-22 pistol is between $80-$150 dollars depending on finish and condition. They are becoming more rare and are going up in value rapidly. They are a part of the Ring of Fire pistols and have a unique place in history as the original "Saturday Night Special", which may ultimately make them a must-have with collectors or "mouseguns".
On mine which has a 314xxx serial (bryco arms Jennings J22). The serial number is located on the frames left hand side towards the rear. It is beneath the slide behind the safety and grip. PS: I have seen some J22's that do not have the s/n stamped in this location so yours may be different.