Model 38 no dash value? Good place to look for values other than GB?

Yourloyalapostle · Sep 18, 2023

So I’m going to look at a model 38 no dash and I can’t really find any comps on gunbroker. Is there a good place online that has sold listings of stuff?
They’re asking 450 but I don’t want to needlessly overpay. This is a model I have a hard time finding because it’s mostly newer models that come up. Or the model 49 that is also a bodyguard. Also just brings up every .38 revolver if I search 38

I think I did see some sell in the 250$ range but that seems low
Some gun price websites but they all seem to be poorly done

Wiregrassguy · Sep 18, 2023

That's a decent price. Provided that it's not too beat up.

gmborkovic · Sep 18, 2023

NIB for $450? Fair deal, go snag it, in my opinion.

Malysh · Sep 18, 2023

For searches going forward, try typing S&W Bodyguard Airweight instead of something like Model 38.

I think it's harder to find Model 49s (Bodyguard) than Model 38s(Bodyguard Airweight).

I did a quick search of current auctions on Gunbroker using the search parameters Bodyguard Airweight and came up with 6 matches out of 2 pages (96 listings, the rest were Model 638s).

All were more than $450. I didn't look closer.

HTH

Xfuzz · Sep 18, 2023

Check out...
"True Gun Value/New and Used gun Prices".

Rpg · Sep 18, 2023

If the gun is in good shape, I’ll buy it if you don’t.

NewLiberty · Sep 18, 2023

Is it blued or nickel?

Buford57 · Sep 18, 2023

I scooped one up with some high edge wear for about $100 less than that, all in, about a year ago. The mask mandate was over but I felt like I should have worn one anyway.

two-bit cowboy · Sep 19, 2023

Once a week I use this search: "S&W Bodyguard Model 38"

Yes, it turns up all the new goofy Bodyguards, but it's simple to spot the original Bodyguards (before model numbers), the real Model 38s, and it usually depicts the Model 49s, too.

$450 is a terrific price in today's market for one in decent condition.

Model46 · Sep 24, 2023

Be sure that you check any Airweight 38 for frame cracks. I have three, including a NIB example and all are cracked. They break on the thin part of the frame below where the barrel attaches. I'd recommend the 49 over the 38, but that's just my opinion.

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