benjamin franklin air rifle model 340 parts

So, the next thing I want to do is restore the gun to 'like-new' condition I want to have the seals checked, the metal cleaned and polished, the internals cleaned and lubed, and the stock possibly refinished. EXPERT KNOWLEDGE Seal Kits contain all the parts you need for a repair TOP SELLERS Archer Airguns T Handle Repair Kit for Challenger 2009 PCP Air Rifles Our Price: 12.99 Valve Stem Assembly for Benjamin Bulldog Air Rifles Our Price: 15.99 Breech Seal 6 Pack for Crosman and Benjamin Airguns Our Price: 15. Now: I have recently discovered from talking to a few people here and there that the only Benjamins that can be steroided are the ones with Sheridan internals, i.e., circa 1977 and forward. So I am still very happy to have this gun. And it's made with all metal and wood parts, no plastic.īeing made in 1970 means that it's one year younger than me which definitely makes it a vintage piece, since (at least in the airgunning internet community) a vintage airgun is generally defined as being manufactured 'Pre-1980.' Subscribe 3.2K views 9 months ago The Boys and I take my vintage Benjamin Model 347 and put a new seal Kit in it. I think the letter on the serial number looks like a D, but if I am wrong, and it is actually a T, then yes, the serial number would place its date of manufacture as 1970.Īnd you know what? The age doesn't concern me nearly as much as the fact that this baby was made in the USA.

The air rifle will only be shipped to eligible persons 21 years of age or older who reside in locations where ownership is not prohibited.Well, according to the Crosman website, 342s began production in 1968, so it is definitely not from the 50s. The air pump system works but gun does not hold air reliably. The right side in the chamber area is marked CAL BB MODEL 340. This is a smooth bore and works best with lead round balls. The black finish is worn on the edges, but there are no damaged areas. With a beautiful re-finished black walnut stock, it shoots well with great pressure. There is also the 'serial number?' T 19XXX. Description: This is a rare Benjamin Franklin Model 340 in BB Caliber in good condition. The rear left side of the air pump tube has the following markings: BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MADE IN USA. The rear cap on the air pump tube has the following marked on it. There are a few small parallel lines slightly etched into the air pump tube on the left side about 6 inches back from the front of the tube. The end cap on the front of the air pump tube has a slight deformation on the left side of the cap. The bottom of the trigger guard has a few rust pits.

The blueing/blackening have been touched up. The wood parts have been sanded and have 3 coats of 'Min Wax' tung oil applied as a finish. A used vintage Benjamin model 340 air rifle caliber BB. Item: 303066052033 Vintage Benjamin Model 340 Air Rifle Caliber BB See Details.

Benjamin franklin air rifle model 340 parts