I looked at a really nice M&P "pre-10" today.

2", long action, grips looked original (diamond magnas that really fit), gold box, handwriting inside the lid of the box noted receipt in 1948.

Asking price is $799.

I don't think there were tools or paperwork in the box.

I'm not quite comforable spending that much on something I wouldn't be likely to shoot (much), but does that seem out of line?

Thanks for your opinions.

-Mark

I'd say $500 max, and that may be a stretch. Great guns but they aren't uncommon. It sounds identical to one I picked up last year for $350, but I've since spent a few more dollars for the box, and I'm still looking for the right grips.

Todd

I agree with toddimusnimski. $799 seems quite high. The 2" barrel should be worth a bit more, as are serial numbers with an "S" prefix

If the serial number starts with a C then the revolver be worth about $300 tops. The S series revolver are worth a little more because of the beginning of the hammer block safety. Also revolvers starting before S990184 will in most cases have the long throw hammer. After S990184 the M&P will have the short throw hammer. This post belongs in the 1896 to 1961 section. I would say the offered price is too high.
Howard

Oops. Sorry about posting to the wrong forum. Still, the responses make it easier for me to pass on this one.
Thanks.
-Mark

It's just too high as they are quite common.