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Nickle model 18
Hello to all
I was wondering if nickle finish on a smith 18 revolver is rare
I have a guy that I work with that has one he is thinking about selling and I am trying to come up with a fair price no box or papers by the way but it is in excellent shape no wear
Any help would be appreciated thanks
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The Catalog says "nickle finish not cataloged, but produced, add 50% to 75%".
Make sure it is factory.
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Hello to all
I was wondering if nickle finish on a smith 18 revolver is rare
I have a guy that I work with that has one he is thinking about selling and I am trying to come up with a fair price no box or papers by the way but it is in excellent shape no wear
Any help would be appreciated thanks
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Remove the grips on the revolver and check for any re work marks.
How is the overall condition? Are the hammer or trigger plated?
Gun in hand. Or, good photos.
A blanket question as to value of a gun that did not come in
nickel originally is moot without a definitive description.
Good luck
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I'll believe it when I see it,or at the very least,some good pics.  
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I had one way back in the 80's, in the box, etc. Let it get away at a gun show and have regretted it since...
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It has a n stamped under the grip on the frame and is in great condition
Also should the hammer and trigger be Nickle or not
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We had a thread not too long ago about a nickel 17 that sold for $11,000+ if I remember correctly. Hard to say what a factory nickel 18 might go for. Need to see pictures.
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I have one but it started life as a BLUE gun. In the early 70's we sent it back to Smith and had it nickeled. It has the BLUE extractor and smooth target rosewood grips. Later down the road I added RR/WO, ranger trigger and target hammer. Original?.........No. But still a nice pistola.
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It has a n stamped under the grip on the frame and is in great condition
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You have told us that there is a N stamped on the grip frame.
I hope for you the gun is legit.
Serial number ??
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My advice, buy that gun and pay him whatever he asks.
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eeccollision - here is a Nickel Mod 18 for reference
Md-18 Nickel That does letter.
They are extremely rare and rarely come up for sale. With the N stamp, I would personally be buying it and asking questions later.
Good Luck
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The hammer and trigger are what looks to be color case finish
I will get pics up as soon as I can
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I am trying to come up with a fair price
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If it's legit,I'd be applying for a Home Equity Line first thing Monday morning! 
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Have never seen one.
Would definitely not buy one online.
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Ask him what he wants. Let him tell you. Make sure it isn't a current mfg. with the IL. If he offers it to you for less than $1500 take it immediately, don't let him change his mind. If over $5000 agree to buy it "if" it will letter as factory nickel.
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They do exist. A friend just purchased one after checking with Roy.
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The serial# k3700## does anyone know when it was made
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Roughly 1959. Only a letter can say for sure. Bu then, you would absolutely want to letter that one anyway.
Buy it AND post pictuires!!
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I have come across five or six confirmed now between auctions and private sales. I think they are pretty scarce but not to the extent of Model 17s. Two went in the $3000.00 range
I wish the nickle Model 18s had the blued front sight like most other early nickle Models did.
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I wish the nickle Model 18s had the blued front sight like most other early nickle Models did.
I wonder if it could ? Sounds early enough
I hope he gets it and we find out
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I bought it and will post some pics
I was wondering how I can get a letter also what is the difference between the model 17 and 18 also which is more rare in Nickle thanks again to all for the knowledge
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I wish the nickle Model 18s had the blued front sight like most other early nickle Models did.
I wonder if it could ? Sounds early enough
I hope he gets it and we find out
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There is a nickled pre model 18 with a blued front sight out there. I have yet to see a model marked 18 with one.
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Nice find! If you click on Download at the top of the Forum home page, you should find the order form for the history letter. It may take up to 6 months to arrive but be patient.
At the time your model 18 was produced, it had a 4" barrel with a ramp front sight and the model 17 had a 6" with a Patridge front; that was about the extent of the difference between the two. Please repost here once you have the letter?
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And the fair price agreed upon was.........? I'm sorry,just couldn't help myself. 
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Just out of curiosity does s&w offer expedited letter service
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No they do not.
Congrats on purchase and please post pictures
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You lucky one, I hope. Could you want to double your money? A verified nickel 18 would be a nice find. I only have a lonely lettered 3T model 18-2, but in blue. I hope you have a good camera.
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