How much would drilling and tappping a 19-4 impact value?

[KeithNyst]

I have a good to vg condition 19-4, 6", nickel, with Target grips, hammer, trigger and sights. It is not drilled and tapped. The model 19 started to be D&T'd with the 19-7. If I were to D&T it for a scope mount, how much do you think it would negatively impact the resale value of the pistol?

 

[357-RevolverGuy]

Well considering you have all three T's and the rarer 6" nickel model, I'd say it would affect value considerably. A lot of us look for those guns and don't want them altered. You can do whatever you want to your gun, it's yours, but I know I wouldn't personally want a model 19 that's drilled/tapped. My opinion is it would knock at least $250-300 off value. So say it's a $700 gun today, with being tapped it would be worth $400 to me. Maybe less depending on condition and how you drilled it. I've seen a lot of poorly done drilled/scoped revolvers.

 

[05CarbonDRZ]

I am pretty sure there are no drill scope mounts available for the older non D&T Revolvers.

 

[DocB]

A lot!!! I would leave it alone.

 

[old bear]

Keith, if you really want something other than what you have, sell it, and use the funds to buy what you really want. That way two of you will be much happier.

 

[KeithNyst]

I am pretty sure there are no drill scope mounts available for the older non D&T Revolvers.

Thanks all, that's what I was expecting to hear; I won't D&T it. I had not heard of a non-drill option. Anyone have more information on a non-drill scope mount for a 19-4? Thanks, Keith

 

[Camster]

I think that part of the answer depends on your definition of "good to very good".With a nickel gun,that could mean a nice one,or a decent shooter grade.If a shooter grade,what's d+t going to knock off of it? $50?
I will,however,agree with the others.Sell it and buy what you want or need.If only 19s at the -7 level have factory d+t,you might wish to consider another model.

 

[gmborkovic]

Impact on value? Devastating. Pls. dont ruin a nice Mod 19.