What to do with this revolver

[Slkayser]

I’m helping my sister-in-law with a move and ran across a Smith & Wesson model 32 – one serial number is R58 226. It is in the original box with instruction. The box is in perfect condition and I don’t think the gun has ever been fired, but cannot confirm. What would be the best way to sell this to a collector? She is located in Tennessee.

 

[robertrwalsh]

I am fully confident there is a member in the TN area that can turn you on to a good direction to head for this. If she were in my neck of the woods I would be knocking on her door this evening. She will get the most money in a face-to-face sale with someone who will appreciate it and not try to rip her off. Consigning thru or selling to a dealer will be easier maybe, but will net her less money.

 

[SGT ROCK 11B]

You can post here (classified section) for a Face to Face transaction in TN. That way she will get the best deal.

Most Gun Shops will want a 15% to 25% commission. Good luck.

 

[Muley Gil]

Welcome to the Forum.

 

[bobsguns]

I have a FFL buddy in Nashville. He won't give her what it's worth, but he will consignment it on GB & handle the shipping for her.

I live in SE TN, but I can give you his phone if you want to do that. He's rated Top 12 or so on GB, FWIW.

 

[Slkayser]

That sounds like a phone call I should make. Appreciate any help.

 

[duke2002]

I would say consign it too if you can find a dealer that has revolvers through their store regulary. Always gunbroker. Some dealers will put it in ther store then GB if it dosent sell. Neat gun. My kids love to shoot them.

 

[bobsguns]

That sounds like a phone call I should make. Appreciate any help.

(615) 294-5806
The Gun Crew
M-F 9-5 CST

Ask for Reese Ervin, tell him you'd like to discuss a consignment.

He/we will also be at the GOA Conference in Knoxville, TN next month. Come to the conference, drop the gun off, win-win.

 

[toad67]

Sell it here, in the forums and keep the money yourself. Try a local sale first, then if that doesn't work, list it and have a local FFL ship it. It won't take long to sell.

 

[javbike]

I’m helping my sister-in-law with a move and ran across a Smith & Wesson model 32 – one serial number is R58 226. It is in the original box with instruction. The box is in perfect condition and I don’t think the gun has ever been fired, but cannot confirm. What would be the best way to sell this to a collector? She is located in Tennessee.

Can we see a pic of the gun ?

 

[Slkayser]

 

[Slkayser]

 

[Nframe_is_no1]

That does not appear to be the correct gun for that box. The revolver shown looks like a model 37 airweight chambered in 38 special with aluminum frame. You can see the longer cylinder and the contrast between the aluminum frame and the steel barrel and cylinder. Flat latch and diamond grips indicate pre-1967 production. Check if it says mod 37 inside the frame where the cylinder yoke sits when closed. Someone may have mixed up the guns and boxes and the model 32 Terrier that belongs in that box may be hiding elsewhere. Perhaps in the box for the model 37.

 

[Slkayser]

I just sat on a plane but I have another picture I think of what you want

 

[Lima_Delta54321]

That does not appear to be the correct gun for that box. The revolver shown looks like a model 37 airweight chambered in 38 special with aluminum frame. You can see the longer cylinder and the contrast between the aluminum frame and the steel barrel and cylinder.

Good eye there! Proof is in the pudding, in this case the yoke . Props.

Still a beauty non-the-less.