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Old 02-07-2010, 10:40 AM
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Just curious -

I have several Smiths: -2's, -3's, a -4 and so on. But not any "no dashes" that I can recall. Is there a general rule that a "no dash" is aesthetically and monetarily more valuable than one with a dash?

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Not to me. Each is desirable and a member of a complete set of any model.
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Old 02-07-2010, 10:52 AM
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My guess it's like most other collectible things, the first edition always receives a premium. Like a rookie card.
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Depends on the model. Price a 29 no dash in nickel vs the same setup in a 70s 29-2. Gobs of difference. Same with 25s, etc.
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I think a pre - is even better!
As an example, a K38 made in 1950 has more value (if in same good condition) as a model 14-1 (1959), 14-2 (1961), 14-3 (1967) or 14-4 (1977) K38...because they are older and more difficult to find on the market...

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the finish on the blue guns is usually far better as well as the rarity factor.
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Also depends on quantities produced in each modification. Generally, model marked guns w/o dashes do not have as many units out there compared to certain dash models. That being said, there's certain Mxx-1's that are fairly rare. The M28-1 comes to mind of course....
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