gun show grab 66-1 how did i do???

holo · #1 04-28-2012, 01:48 PM

I found this today on a table here in ohio at a gun show. the guy was asking $ 595.00 i offered $500.00 as we were talking another buyer walk up. The seller counter me at $520.00 done deal. the other buyer followed me around 2 other buildings his highest offer to me was $650.00. the 66-1 came home with me. how did I do???

correct box paperwork and tools/screwdriver

old bear · #2 04-28-2012, 01:52 PM

In today's market I think you did really well on what is a classic revolver. I sold my M-66 years ago and still regret it.

galena · #3 04-28-2012, 01:54 PM

I agree with old bear, around here that is a good price. Enjoy!

VM · #4 04-28-2012, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by holo

I found this today on a table here in ohio at a gun show. the guy was asking $ 595.00 i offered $500.00 as we were talking another buyer walk up. The seller counter me at $520.00 done deal. the other buyer followed me around 2 other buildings his highest offer to me was $650.00. the 66-1 came home with me. how did I do???
correct box paperwork and tools/screwdriver

holo - you've been here long enough to know that you did GREAT
Congrats!

holo · #5 04-28-2012, 02:53 PM

I know its just fun to hear it once in a while thank you

Flint Ridge · #6 04-28-2012, 03:09 PM

With stories like that I might just have to try the shows again.

That's a beauty and a great price.

holo · #7 04-28-2012, 03:50 PM

the shows are tough most of the time, guys with tables are high priced and walkers are carrying auto's or rugers very few old smiths. the person i bought from was unloading a collection for a sick friend.

MajorDude · #8 04-28-2012, 06:31 PM

I think you did well. My 66-0 is my favorite carry gun and it's not quite as nice as that one. Just love those pinned barrels! They won't be making those again.

Black Knight · #9 04-28-2012, 06:46 PM

As long as you are happy with it who cares what others think. BTW you did good. It looks just like the one my wife confiscated from me for her gun. I carried the 66 my wife now has as a Private Investigator in the 1980s and 90s and it served me very well. I'm sure yours will do the same.

gruntdeputy · #10 04-28-2012, 06:51 PM

The last really nice Model 66-4 2 1/2" I saw here in San Diego was $750, no box or docs or tools. And it is a K-frame Smith... what's not to love. Enjoy.
Frank

norsemanhp · #11 04-28-2012, 09:07 PM

Excellent purchase!

steamloco76 · #12 04-28-2012, 09:25 PM

My favorite LGS had a 66-3 like yours for exactly one day before selling it for $550 plus tax and BC fees. No box and not nearly as clean as your more collectible P&R 66-1.

M3Stuart · #13 04-28-2012, 09:40 PM

Nice score! Good for you.

ladder13 · #14 04-28-2012, 09:44 PM

I wouldn't have sold it either.

Hapworth · #15 04-29-2012, 09:16 AM

If it's in proper mechanical order, you got a terrific price on an excellent gun. Enjoy.

dores585 · #16 04-29-2012, 01:59 PM

Great find!

johnsonl · #17 04-29-2012, 02:14 PM

Unfortunately, you were taken. I'll be glad to help you defray your expenses with a generous offer...

Kidding. You stole that 66. I think the economy is forcing another round of safe/closet queen disposals.

holo · #18 04-29-2012, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnsonl

Unfortunately, you were taken. I'll be glad to help you defray your expenses with a generous offer...

Kidding. You stole that 66. I think the economy is forcing another round of safe/closet queen disposals.

i have think you are correct, I am seeing alot of old stuff coming out again