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03-25-2017, 08:23 PM
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Model 19-4 Value check
Hi Guys, I'm new to revolvers and just traded for a model 19-4 blued 4 inch. It looks brand new. I was amazed at how nice it looks and I was just wondering what I could get for it if I sold it. It has the original box and cleaning kit. The guy a traded with said he got it from an Austin Cop. He said he had never shot it before, but I doubt that lol. Can anyone tell me when it was made the first four digits for the serial number are 63K9? Thanks in advance for any help!
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03-25-2017, 08:30 PM
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All 63K numbers were issued in 1980.
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03-25-2017, 08:32 PM
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It looks like it was shipped about 1980. It should be pinned and recessed which may enhance its value. If I had to throw out a number, I would say $750, considering it looks new with box etc.
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03-25-2017, 08:32 PM
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Welcome to the forum! Sounds like you've scored quite a nice model 19 as your first Smith. They will likely start to multiply as you start to appreciate their fine beauty and craftsmanship.
Your 19-4 likely shipped in early 1980. Congrats again on the trade.
P.S. We all love pictures here, post one up!
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03-25-2017, 08:48 PM
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As requested I believe I attached the picture.
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03-25-2017, 08:55 PM
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It will bring top dollar. I would say $750, to $800.
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03-25-2017, 08:58 PM
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It's hard to state a value because of so many variables. Ok, your 19 looks like new and you have the original box with tools. Here in California I would expect to see another $100 on it or $850. I recently saw a real nice 17-4, like new with an 8-3/8" barrel and don't know if it comes with a box or anything and they're asking $1200. I feel that is about $300 more than it should be but someone will probably pay it. You said you're new to revolvers well, you're in for a real treat. You have a real nice revolver and I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoy my two 19s.
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03-25-2017, 09:11 PM
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thanks for all the replies. Looks like I didn't do bad on my Trade. I was asking $700 for the rifle I traded. Now I just need about a thousand other guns to complete a collection lol.
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03-25-2017, 09:19 PM
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It will bring top dollar. I would say $750, to $800.
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I concur. At least that much...maybe a bit more.
Here is mine from 1983 or early 1983. One of the first non-pinned. Don't think that I would sell it at this point.
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03-25-2017, 09:24 PM
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I concur. At least that much...maybe a bit more.
Here is mine from 1983 or early 1983. One of the first non-pinned. Don't think that I would sell it at this point.
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Mine is pinned, Does that help or hurt value?
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03-25-2017, 09:38 PM
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Mine is pinned, Does that help or hurt value?
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Helps. It's a good thing.
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03-25-2017, 09:42 PM
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Mine is pinned, Does that help or hurt value?
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That helps the value. People want pinned and recessed Smith and Wessons.
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03-25-2017, 11:19 PM
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I think you did well with the trade. I have your twin-bought it new in 1980. Still looks new. Wouldn't sell it for 3x the prices that are posted here. They do tend to multiple.
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