Help with older shotgun

[UncleJak]

I have a Stevens model 5100 side by side 20 gauge. I am trying to date it and determine a value. The handguard has a "B" and a "J" in circles. It also has a "G" and a " U" not in circles. It also has a pointing type dog engraved on the side. I have searched online and found similar ones, but the prices are so varied I don't know what I have. Anyone ever seen one of these?? Thanks!

[I_Like_Pie]

They are the older versions of the Stevens 311 line. They were made post war before the consolidation of the Savage/Stevens/Fox companies in the 50's

They share almost 100% comparability with the 311 line...only difference that some of the stocks and trigger guards are a little different on some models.

Most were chambered in 16 ga and those run from $200 - $300 these days. The 12 gauge maybe $50 more ($250 -300)

The 20 even more depending on the condition and if you find someone looking for one. There is a lot of variability on these guns.....stick one among a group of the G.I. Joe mall ninjas and they won't give it a second look. Put it among some older hunters and they will oogle it nonstop. The only people who buy them for top dollar is someone fixing one up for grandpa or grandson.

[UncleJak]

Thanks for the info!