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Old 11-24-2020, 08:05 PM
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I am raising money for a project ... considering liquidating an item or two.
Please take a look at this worn but functional vintage .32 long small frame revolver. I would appreciate input as to the value.
The bore is bright but not perfect , grips are not original. The serial will enable the better informed readers regarding the age of the gun.

I have not decided whether or not to part with this great little shooter ; I would like to factor value into the decision making process.

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I bought a similar revolver a few months ago for $300 otd with original grips and nickel finish in poor finish condition.
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Hi Charles,

That's actually a .32 Hand Ejector Third Model, from about 1920-21; newer than a Model 1903. Therefore has a heat treated cyl for extra strength which began at s/n 321000 in 1920.

Since it's just a shooter the heat treatment and the non-original, but much improved post war Mini Magna grips from the early 1950s are pluses. I would also value it at $300, maybe $325.
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I got some of those that I have been thinking about selling, but I wanted to shoot all my ammo before selling . . . . I think I better get to the range before the values go down!!
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I would much rather have a Mod 10 in 38 special, I like beaters but I don't want 50 calibers
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Hondo -
Great analysis , thank you.

Rpg -
I think that our 2 revolvers are of similar value , thanks.


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I would much rather have a Mod 10 in 38 special, I like beaters but I don't want 50 calibers
Ummm ..... Ok , I guess.
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