Value of Smith & Wesson Model 18
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Bill Bates
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I would say $650 is maybe a little high but not crazy. At $400-450 that 18 would be at home, at $500 -600 it is an okay buy. I would push for a little better price.
sigp220.45
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I agree its a little high, but not ridiculous. That is nice one.
They're not making anymore of them like that, so if you really want it I wouldn't let fifty bucks stand in the way.
If you're buying it to flip for a profit, you'll have to hold on to it for a while.
They're not making anymore of them like that, so if you really want it I wouldn't let fifty bucks stand in the way.
If you're buying it to flip for a profit, you'll have to hold on to it for a while.
If you like it buy it , this time next year it will be a bargain at that price.
It sounds a little high to me. If the grips don't number to the gun, then I think it's too high.
Good Luck,
Jerry
Good Luck,
Jerry
Sebago Son
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If this is an 18-No Dash....
Jump on it. Tough gun to find. There's just something very special about those guns in the K275,000-K325,000 range.
Jump on it. Tough gun to find. There's just something very special about those guns in the K275,000-K325,000 range.
LOL, for the same price anyone that chooses the new one over a 4 screw model 18 is insane. Not the greatest price but a year from now do you think you'll care? BUY IT
1 old 0311
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The blue top is my 18 no dash I got for $600 5 months ago.
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Looks to be real clean, and a 4 screw version is old - which to me is more desirable. Price is acceptable for what I can see from your photo ........assuming all fit, finish and functioning is correct.
I have always been willing to spend a few dollars more to get a pristine version of exactingly what I want. I like to have a gun with scratches and dents that I put in (not someone else s), and a few bucks isn't going to make me either richer or poorer.
Chief38
I have always been willing to spend a few dollars more to get a pristine version of exactingly what I want. I like to have a gun with scratches and dents that I put in (not someone else s), and a few bucks isn't going to make me either richer or poorer.
Chief38
Allen-frame
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Here is my little story;
i was at West Palm bch. show and a man was walking around a 18-2
with the box and papers. He was the original owner bought it in 1966 new.
He was asking $500. firm and every dealer was trying to beat him up
over $50.
Even my friend who collects K-22s said he would pay $400. -$450.
I walked the man back to my table and gave him $500. and now the
model 18 is my new shooter. I see these so infrequently
,when one comes along in high condition I cannot say no.
The 18 no dash with diamond magnas numbered to the gun
is reasonable at $600. cash. if you have tax and call in at a dealer
it drives the price some.
The gun pictured looks very clean with no bumps on the grips.
This is a good thing.
REMEMBER,,PRICES ARE SET ASSUMING THAT THE GUN IS IN %100
MECHANICAL CONDITION.
ALWAYS inspect a K-22 thoroughly for any mechanical defects.
"A gun that don't shoot aint' nothin but a fancy paperweight."
The one thing to look for when inspecting a K-22 is on the
face of the cylinder between the chambers,,
if the gun has been fired rapidly, or, dry fired you may observe
some dimples in the face of the cylinder where the firing pin
has struck out of time.
This observed , to me, removes about $100. from the value.
And seems to be more common the older the K-22 is.
Inspect in person, and take $500. cash in one pocket.
Keep the other $100. in the other pocket.
If it is an internet sale, do not buy it without an inspection period.
The firing pin may be broken or it may be out of time.
Better to send it back and pay return shipping than to be stuck with a
broken gun.
Hope this helps.
Allen Frame
i was at West Palm bch. show and a man was walking around a 18-2
with the box and papers. He was the original owner bought it in 1966 new.
He was asking $500. firm and every dealer was trying to beat him up
over $50.
Even my friend who collects K-22s said he would pay $400. -$450.
I walked the man back to my table and gave him $500. and now the
model 18 is my new shooter. I see these so infrequently
,when one comes along in high condition I cannot say no.
The 18 no dash with diamond magnas numbered to the gun
is reasonable at $600. cash. if you have tax and call in at a dealer
it drives the price some.
The gun pictured looks very clean with no bumps on the grips.
This is a good thing.
REMEMBER,,PRICES ARE SET ASSUMING THAT THE GUN IS IN %100
MECHANICAL CONDITION.
ALWAYS inspect a K-22 thoroughly for any mechanical defects.
"A gun that don't shoot aint' nothin but a fancy paperweight."
The one thing to look for when inspecting a K-22 is on the
face of the cylinder between the chambers,,
if the gun has been fired rapidly, or, dry fired you may observe
some dimples in the face of the cylinder where the firing pin
has struck out of time.
This observed , to me, removes about $100. from the value.
And seems to be more common the older the K-22 is.
Inspect in person, and take $500. cash in one pocket.
Keep the other $100. in the other pocket.
If it is an internet sale, do not buy it without an inspection period.
The firing pin may be broken or it may be out of time.
Better to send it back and pay return shipping than to be stuck with a
broken gun.
Hope this helps.
Allen Frame
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Engine49guy
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There are so many variables that can sway me one way or another,
Mostly its condition and my mood at that moment.
A few years ago any clean Model 18 got me excited,
Now it would have to be a super clean 4 or 5 screw with a box n docs and original diamond grips to get me to dig that deep.
There are some gems out there but how bad do you want one right now and do you have enough disposable cash laying around.
Mostly its condition and my mood at that moment.
A few years ago any clean Model 18 got me excited,
Now it would have to be a super clean 4 or 5 screw with a box n docs and original diamond grips to get me to dig that deep.
There are some gems out there but how bad do you want one right now and do you have enough disposable cash laying around.
All of us can remember "one I should have bought". If you don't want this one to be your "one I should have bought", just remember this little axiom:
You'll regret paying a little too much for a couple of days at the most, but you'll remember it as 'one I should have bought" for a lifetime!
The way prices go up, we don't pay too much, we just buy them a little early sometimes.
You'll regret paying a little too much for a couple of days at the most, but you'll remember it as 'one I should have bought" for a lifetime!
The way prices go up, we don't pay too much, we just buy them a little early sometimes.
Shooting Padre
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I purchased an 18-0 a couple months ago for $500, my offer. He may have taken less, but there is a story in there I won't go into. He was the original owner and it came with box and tools, no paper. Shot very little, it was in my estimation 95+%. I talked to several people and was given the impression, even by a S&W rep, that I did well on this gun. So, if I were you, I would let my heart run the sale, like previously stated, if you like and want it, buy it. It will only go up in value with time. Great gun, it is my favorite shooter. I don't carry it in a holster and take very good care when it's out of the safe. Good luck in your decision.
Lenny_D
Member
Wow all the responses are making me feel stupid. I just paid 625 for a K-22 5 screw that was in as good of shape as the one you are looking at. It was in the 218XXX range for a serial number. It had all matching numbers with diamond grips. It shoots wonderfully! On second thought I don't feel stupid. Thats how fast it will go away. Buy it !
Ask yourself, "When was the last time you saw a Model 18 for sale"? Then ask, "Do I want one"? Then pay the man his price.
larryofcc
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Not a big fan of numbered model Smiths, I picked this K22 Combat Masterpiece up at the Reno show a couple years back. It was in a glass case. $400 out the door. # K 162068, no XXX's, was shipped 12-1952. Too bad it does not shoot as well as my M617 no dash 4". Big Larry
Sebago Son
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Nice passle of Combat Masterpieces ya got there Brother Bill... looks like you've been busy and may be catching up! I probably need to get back in the game before you do!
Good to see you Amigo..
Drew
Good to see you Amigo..
Drew
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Sir.
They won't be any less expensive next year. If you leave it lay, some hoarder will scoop it up and it will be lost forever.
3X 5 screw. Top one, K75510, with Patridge sight letters as 4 inch K22.
2X 4 screw. 1 pre model marked. 1 Model 18 marked.
Bill@Yuma
We see what you mean Bill about the hoarder thing
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