Need help/advice with trade

[VM]

I have a 1980 NIB/unfired 3rd generation Colt Detective Special.
There are two friend that want it. I dont want to sell it.
One has a 98%+ 18-4 4" (no box or anything)and the other has a 686-4 LNIB 4"

Question?? Would you trade for either of the guns or just keep the DS
sidenote: I will never shoot the DS.

[VM]

I have a 1980 NIB/unfired 3rd generation Colt Detective Special.
There are two friend that want it. I dont want to sell it.
One has a 98%+ 18-4 4" (no box or anything)and the other has a 686-4 LNIB 4"

Question?? Would you trade for either of the guns or just keep the DS
sidenote: I will never shoot the DS.

[Combat]

I would go for the model 18 because they aint making them no more and they are great guns.

[GB]

Do you want either of the two guns offered in trade? If yes make a trade. If no just say you are not in a trading mood. ( I would probably pass and I ain't really a Colt guy.)

[Allen-frame]

V. The model 18 is the consummate K-frame 22. Equal to the K-22 Masterpiece.
I do not own a 4" K-22, and would love to have one.
How much do you love your dick? , You say you'll never shoot it. Would you shoot the mod.18?

22l.r. ammunition is so much less expensive than even reloading 38s'. I would consider a K-22 a prime acquisition.

Are you a Colt man, or, a Smith, man?

Good luck, ,,Al

[s&wchad]

NIB Detective Specials seem to be going for $550-$600 on GB (wow).

I'd hang on to the Colt and try to buy the 18-4 (if you don't have one already).

[shawn mccarver]

Originally posted by VM:
I have a 1980 NIB/unfired 3rd generation Colt Detective Special.
There are two friend that want it. I dont want to sell it.
One has a 98%+ 18-4 4" (no box or anything)and the other has a 686-4 LNIB 4"

Question?? Would you trade for either of the guns or just keep the DS
sidenote: I will never shoot the DS.

Keep the DS. Buy the S&W of your choosing. Just becuase you may not now shoot it, you may have a change of heart, and the DS in new condition is getting harder to find and when you do, they are pricey.

[VM]

Thanks guys - the first few responses are good.
I really don't want to get rid of the DS as I've had it for a long time but don't like having a gun that I don't shoot.
I'm not a 22 shooter but am getting pissed more and more with the cost of ammo.
I do not reload presently but would like to in the future.
My daughter and I love shooting the L frame 357's.
Do you see my problem?
The friend will not sell the 18 outright.
The friend with the 686 has it priced too high to buy it outright.
Damn, I love this hobby!

[wraco]

My advice would be to keep the D/S and start shooting it as 38 spec. ammo is a bargain at most gun shows. Save your extra cash and when you've got enough stashed away, pick up a nice Model 18. I own both, a 1950's D/S and an early 1970's Model 18 and enjoy shooting both. The only thought against my plan is I haven't saw too many Model 18's for sale lately, but the way the economy is going you may find a good one.

Regards:
Rod

[Grayfox]

Personally, I'd keep the DS and shoot it. They are great guns.
If you insist on never shooting it, you might as well sell it. Take the money, buy the S&W of your choice and pocket the left over cash. The DS is worth considerably more than either of the Smiths.

[GF]

Not me VM, I'd trade for the Mod 18.
I traded two LNIB Rugers for the same reason as you, not gonna shoot 'em.
You've probably had the Colt for awhile and don't have a lot of money in it. If the .22 looks good - Trade!

GF's 0.2c worth!

[Cartouche]

I would keep that pony if it were me. Try and buy the 18. Those colts are bringing a premium, when they are NIB. I slip up and wander over to a colt site from time to time, alot of folks would nab it if they had a chance. Kinda like finding a 36 no dash NIB. IMHO. I think the 36 would be worth more, but to a colt guy maybe not. I have a MkIII Trooper in nickel, NIB, and it is staying right where its at. Good luck.

[Raider]

I would keep the DS and pick uo a Model 18 somewhere. Both are fine revolvers.