Would you pay $1150 for this ? K22 ODM

boatbum101 · #1 09-14-2012, 06:54 PM

Title says it all . Gun's advertised as 95% . I've already got 2 with boxes in high condition , but might pick this up for trade fodder . What say you ?

DCWilson · #2 09-14-2012, 07:06 PM

That is worth $1150 as good-looking shooter or entry-level collector piece. Either buy it or tell a friend who doesn't have one yet where he can get it.

bigmoose · #3 09-14-2012, 07:16 PM

To directly answer the title question; No, I would not spend $1150 on that gun. The grips look worn to me, especially the right side. Overall, it looks to be a nice Outdoorsman, and I certainly like K22s, but if I was going to spend that kind of money, it would have to come with the correct box and tools.

That being said, I would guess that it is worth it to others. Good trading fodder...yes.

DWFAN · #4 09-14-2012, 07:32 PM

I spend my money foolishly sometimes so I'm not a good example. If I was in the mood for one I would. I already have three so the mood doesn't strike me at the moment. It's about $200 more than it's worth + or -. Next week???
DW

4-Screw · #5 09-14-2012, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by DWFAN

I spend my money foolishly sometimes so I'm not a good example. If I was in the mood for one I would. I already have three so the mood doesn't strike me at the moment. It's about $200 more than it's worth + or -. Next week???
DW

I agree....if I had something else in the running, I would take a pass on that price. If my wish list was running dry, I might grab it.

crofoot629 · #6 09-14-2012, 08:51 PM

I'd buy it at that price.
I don't see any rust or pitting, just a little honest wear.
If I want it I don't let 10% or 15% over what would be a good deal stop me.
Particularly with models that don’t grow on trees.

Emory

doc540 · #7 09-14-2012, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by bigmoose

To directly answer the title question; No, I would not spend $1150 on that gun. The grips look worn to me, especially the right side. Overall, it looks to be a nice Outdoorsman, and I certainly like K22s, but if I was going to spend that kind of money, it would have to come with the correct box and tools.

That being said, I would guess that it is worth it to others. Good trading fodder...yes.

I'm with the mooseman on this one.

crsides · #8 09-14-2012, 09:22 PM

My only price point is one I got on the forum here. It is 98%, mint grips, with the box. I paid $1500. Would not sell it for $2k.

I think the gun is worth $1150, but you gotta want it. If you REALLY wanted it, you would be showing us pics of YOUR new gun.

Charlie

rburg · #9 09-14-2012, 09:46 PM

The gun with box will bring close to $2000 today. If you won't pay it, do without. Those who want an Outdoorsman, and have priced them, know what the market is running at. And its been on an upward climb for the last few years. No one is telling you to pay that much, but if you want one, you don't have much choice. Just wishing the prices were lower doesn't have an influence on them.

RKmesa · #10 09-14-2012, 10:26 PM

Great looking shooter! Would I pay $1.15K for that K-22 O/D?

I'm not really a good person to ask, as I am a succor for these guns...

...and that orphaned one would give me another box to hunt for. BTW after years of accumulating S&W's, I have decided that this "collecting" gig is all about the HUNT. And the Hunt IS where the fun is found.

So in answer to the question - "probably..."

crsides · #11 09-15-2012, 01:25 AM

Richard nailed it.

Charlie

Sprefix · #12 09-15-2012, 01:30 AM

Maybe yes, maybe no. I'll tell you this though, They ain't making them anymore.

rburg · #13 09-15-2012, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Sprefix

Maybe yes, maybe no. I'll tell you this though, They ain't making them anymore.

You left out the part about them being everywhere, even in dumpsters and in roadside ditches. I went looking at the gun show today, and not a single one. Zip, nada.