Winchester 21s are not always overpriced. When they are priced reasonably compared to other 21s, they can normally be resold for that price or more. Resale is what drives prices. Refinished 21s with ground down floorplates and rounded edges on receiver sides are not a bargain at any price. Early non ejector, double trigger guns are becoming cult guns if in original finish. A ground down early gun is a $2000 to $2500 gun. An early non ejector double trigger gun in high original finish is a $4000 gun. Unfortunately, most potential buyers don't know the difference.