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Old 07-07-2017, 02:11 PM
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Know someone who has a K-22 Outdoorsman for sale. Asking $1575 for it and does include a numbered box with it. Belonged to his grandfather as he bought it new. No tools or pamphlets with it. Probably in the 90-95% overall condition range. Is this a reasonable price for this revolver? Thanks!
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I would say it is, provided the inclusions you listed are intact. In fact, that price is probably a bit low.

I recently passed on one for $1600 that was the gun alone and in <80% condition. Had it met the specs you listed, I'd have bought it.

Show us pics when you get it, please!
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Since I still have my SCSW4 out answering another question, I can provide K22 Outdoorsman values. Fair - $ 750, Good (60%) - $ $1500, VG (75%) - $1850, and Excellent (95%) - $2400. Add the fact that the original red picture boxes in good condition are selling for $1000 by themselves and the price you quoted does not seem so bad. For that money, I would make sure the stocks are numbered to the gun.
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If and when???��
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Selling a great family heirloom............... priceless and so sad!!!!!!!!

It's how I believe I got my 98% RM........ wife wanted it "out of the house!!!"
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The grips have the rounded top with the small silver medallion inlaid into it. They look correct but I forgot to ask if the serial # was penciled on the bottom. They fit so well so I suppose they are original to the gun. This gun just looks "right" to me.
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The grips have the rounded top with the small silver medallion inlaid into it. They look correct
If they look like this, they are period correct.


The K-22 Outdoorsman's was also available with the early Magna style stocks, like those shown below. But it sounds like yours has the standard service stocks like those shown in my first picture.
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Yes, exactly like the ones in the top photo. Standard equipment for those guns I guess.
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Don't forget the SAT and cleaning tools. Last one I saw was over $1,000. The guy I bought my Outdoorsman from would not include the tools unless I gave him another $1,500. He did give me the original box and a factory letter and a copy of the original sales receipt for $2,235 shipped. The revolver is at least 99%. Big Larry
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Da-a-a-yam! I would've said "Maybe a little high" to that price, but I stand corrected. Sounds like you should jump on it.

Y'all hard-core collectors are giving me a heart attack with these prices. I may be forced to sell my scruffy K-22 OD if "fair" fetches $750. Off to check condition descriptions!
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No SAT, cleaning brush, or literature of any kind in this deal. Just the gun and box.
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Know someone who has a K-22 Outdoorsman for sale. Asking $1575 for it and does include a numbered box with it. Belonged to his grandfather as he bought it new. No tools or pamphlets with it. Probably in the 90-95% overall condition range. Is this a reasonable price for this revolver? Thanks!
Do you have a SN? I am a little reluctant to say that is a good buy without a few good pictures.
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Add the fact that the original red picture boxes in good condition are selling for $1000 by themselves and the price you quoted does not seem so bad. For that money, I would make sure the stocks are numbered to the gun.

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No SAT, cleaning brush, or literature of any kind in this deal. Just the gun and box.
All the "extra stuff" on the old K22 Outdoorsman cost a lot of money. Like glowe said above, the box alone can bring $1000 by itself! Just for curiosity, which box is it? One like Jack (JP@AK) posted above or is it the red picture box. That will make a difference in price too. Also, do you know the serial number? That can affect price too.
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It is a red picture box. Worn on the edges but good for its age. I would really like to deal for it
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With the red box, buy it.
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It sounds reasonable with the numbered matching red box. If the box doesn't match then I'd say it's still not too out of line. The box is worth $300-600. I've seen some decent outdoorsman sell in the $1,200 range. So you're at $1,500-1800 already. As with all S&W's the top few % points of condition and all matching serial numbered parts, boxes, paperwork make a huge difference in value. I see this being especially true in the K-22 market. There are only a small number of very high condition complete packages out there and they can command multiples of value compared to a 85% shooter with a box. Also people quote boxes going for $1,000... very unlikely. It probably happened once or twice but I've seen them sell no reserve on eBay between $300 and $600 even with a Helpful Hints and paper. A K-22/40 2nd model Masterpiece box is different from a 1st Model outdoorsman.
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I don't know the serial number of this gun and it's not a pristine piece but I want one I can shoot and not worry about ruining its value. The box is just icing on the cake to me. Not necessary but a nice addition. I am thinking real hard about it right now.
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I know where there is a nice one. Made in 1933. Missing the jamb screw for rear sight. Grips are of the right type and would make a great shooter. If interested PM me. Gun is at a LGS and the price is $800 + shipping.
The owner is "on the square".
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OK thanks! Appreciate the heads-up on that one!
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Serial number for this revolver is 6558XX so does anyone have an idea as to when it was made?? Thanks!
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Is it just me, but does anyone else feel the Prices in the SCSW4 seem somewhat HIGH? Those #'s Gary mentioned, (95% - $2400) just seems way too much of a jump. I have noticed it also on some other models that are rather desirable. Almost like the prices are set for about 3-5 years ahead?
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Sometimes "gut feelings" are the best instincts we have. If it feels right, go for it. I have missed some good stuff because I thought about it too long and hard.
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