Stephen Slesinger created Red Ryder in 1938 for the comics
Red Ryder BB Gun was created in 1938.
The Red Ryder BB gun was first produced in 1938, and continues in production to this day. If you're looking for specific dates, you may wish to contact Daisy (see related link).
The red ryder no 111 was made from 1939 to 1971. Then it became the 1938 model from then on to today
Daisy made a model 94 Carbine from 1954 - 1962, they also made a model 111 western carbine from 1963-1978. I can find no information on a Red Ryder 1938 carbine. However the 1938 Red Ryder is still in production.
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There are over 28 different version, made over the years, of the Red Ryder. It started in 1940 as the number 111 model 40. during the 1970's it became the model 1938. It is the most produced BB rifle ever made.
The Red Ryder no 111 was made from 1939 to 1971. Then it became the 1938 model from then on to today. In other words it has been in continuous production from 1939 up to today. There have been right around 23 variations of the Red Ryder over the years.
The 1938 B Red Ryder 50 year ANNIVERSARY has a Walnut stock and forearm. With a Brass Medallion on the Right side of the stock. It also has a 50 Year Warranty. It was made in 1988.
The 1938 B Christmas story Red Ryder BB gun was only produced in 1984 and had a large compass in the stock. The collectors who have them will not part with them. In new condition they are worth around $450 conservatively.
Daisy started making the Red Ryder in 1939. It was the No:111 model 40. It has gone through several variations and today it the model 1938.
There are 8 Variations of the Red Ryder Model 111 and 14 different Red Ryder 1938 models. Your best bet is to contact "Daisy" they offer a FREE service to answer questions about Daisy products. See the link below