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08-14-2018, 03:35 PM
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Smith 651-1 in 2in Barrel Value
What would it be worth in today’s market? Thanks for any help.
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08-14-2018, 03:43 PM
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If box and docs, you have an unpopular but rare gun and I expect a collector would pay north of $700. If you have a fitted 22 LR cylinder, so much the better. The 22 mag in a short barrel is very loud and generally not that accurate. I had a 650 3” that was cool to look at but loud and inaccurate. Sold it and never wanted another....
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08-14-2018, 03:53 PM
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I was wondering how rare it was in the short barrel. Just don’t see many of them. I do have original box and papers also.
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08-14-2018, 04:36 PM
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I was wondering how rare it was in the short barrel. Just don’t see many of them. I do have original box and papers also.
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I can't help you with value or production figures, but I do have a suggestion for you. I also have a 650 3" and yes it is very loud! But, mine is also very accurate! I just solved my problem with the purchase of Winchester 45gr Subsonic which are made in Australia. They are not cheap, but convert your offensive kit gun into a manageable and pleasant woods walking companion. I think if you try a box, you will understand why you bought that 651 to start!
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08-14-2018, 05:02 PM
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I think your 651 might be worth north of $1000 with the box/papers. The box probably shows product code 103900 and according to the S&W Standard Catalog there were only 1241 two inch guns made. I've never seen a two inch and understand the comments about the muzzle blast and noise but I think there are folks who would pay quite a bit to get one. I sold a four inch last year, no box/papers, for $900. Good luck.
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08-14-2018, 05:06 PM
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I have a 650 3". Everyone always talks about the noise, but I don't think it's any worse than shooting a 36 3".
Plus is has practically zero recoil.
Just wear your ear protectors and it will be just like any of your centerfire snubs.
The noise issue is way over emphasized, IMHO.
A little flash and fire just makes it more fun to shoot.
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08-14-2018, 05:23 PM
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I agree with $1000 plus plus. I don't believe I've seen one for sale before. If it were me, I'd hang on to it and enjoy using for it's intended purpose. JMHO. 
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08-14-2018, 06:40 PM
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103900 is the production code. I have not shot it yet but plan to soon. Thanks for all the info. If I wanted to sell it seems like it might sell fast.
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08-14-2018, 06:46 PM
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A few years ago I tried to buy one.
My offer was rejected and the seller made fun of me!
I offered $1,200.
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