27-2 price check *Update-picture in post #8*

[tlawler]

How rare is a blued 5" 27-2? And what would a decent shooter grade gun in good mechanical condition and 95% finish(no box or paperwork) be worth? It's in a local ad with no pictures, so I'm going by sellers description. His asking price is $1000.

 

[muddocktor]

If it truly is in 95% condition, buy it right now. That is a good price for a 5" gun. They aren't rare, but they are in demand and a good acquisition at that price.

Of course, somebody will soon step up and post that a 5" 27-2 only sells for $700 where they live.

 

[murphydog]

It is not a rare gun but highly regarded and prices reflect this.

As you describe it, $1000 is a fair price. $800 would be very fair.

 

[Glashaus]

I agree, $1,000 for a 5" M27-2 is a fair price in today's market, $100 over or under would still be fair for a 5".

 

[Jack Flash]

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Of course, somebody will soon step up and post that a 5" 27-2 only sells for $700 where they live.

People do seem to run into fantastic deals now and again.
What I am dubious about are the people who seem to run into such deals on a daily basis.

 

[Nightowl]

Most likely he will take $900, in cash! A fair price if the meets the advertised condition.

 

[CH4]

FWIW, I just gave $1065 for a 5" Florida Highway Patrol nickel 27-2. Not sure what/if there's a price differential between nickel and blue, and if so, what it would be.

 

[tlawler]

I emailed him and requested some pictures. Only one of three came through for some reason. Looks like it's in nice shape judging from the one side partial picture. I'll post more if he resends them.

 

[Narragansett]

It looks nice from what I see in one pic but that is not enough to move me. I was after a 27 but so long as there are nice 28's to be had 650 to 750 I Eli stay with a poor man's 27 which is a M 28

 

[lrb1200]

Me, is a 5 inch 27-2 in 95% worth a grand, yeah
probably.

But reality, all you know about the condition of this
decades old revolver is one poor quality photo, and
what the unknown seller is saying.

Would I throw a grand based on that information, nope.

 

[gmborkovic]

My, Oh my. Why didnt the factory make a 3.5" HP? No more drooling
over 27s.

 

[tlawler]

Me, is a 5 inch 27-2 in 95% worth a grand, yeah
probably.

But reality, all you know about the condition of this
decades old revolver is one poor quality photo, and
what the unknown seller is saying.

Would I throw a grand based on that information, nope.

Don't worry, I plan on doing my due diligence. I'll have to see several more pictures of the gun from all angles before I commit my time and gas to go see it in person. Then the grips and side plate are coming off and I'm inspecting it with a magnifying glass under good light. If he's not ok with that, I'll walk.

 

[reach147]

It looks nice from what I see in one pic but that is not enough to move me. I was after a 27 but so long as there are nice 28's to be had 650 to 750 I Eli stay with a poor man's 27 which is a M 28

The only thing is that if you want the five inch barrel, that was only available on the Model 27.

When I bought my Model 28 new in the '70s it was only available in either six or four inch. Since I had a new Model 19 in four inch I took it in six inch.

I sold both of those later to a dealer and actually made money ( I should have figured something was wrong) and while looking to replace the six inch N Frame later on ended up with the five inch 28, which I've been very happy with. That price for the 28 seems reasonable compared to the crazy prices here in MA for some of the older, nice condition guns.

 

[38dick]

I wanted a 27-2 UNTIL I saw my 28-2 Highway Patrolman 6"

Mine IS about 95% and I used my savings to help get into a nice Model 29 in similiar condition

 

[Granddad]

No idea on the price but, if it is in good mechanical condition, the M27-2 with a 5" barrel should be a great shooter. Mine shows its age (I bought it from a member here several years ago) but it is a joy to shoot. Good luck.

 

[Rock185]

I bought mine new 40+ years ago, so admit I don't know current prices. But if I ever decided to sell mine, I would not be removing the side plate so someone could look around inside, magnifying glass or not. I've bought S&Ws since the '60s. I don't think any of those sellers would have allowed me to pop off the side plate. Do many sellers really do that to sell a gun??? If so, do they R & R it for each person who expresses an interest, or do they just leave it off for the next potential buyer?

 

[packrat2]

If I ever sell a S&W. Nobody is taking off the side plate....

 

[old bear]

If I ever sell a S&W. Nobody is taking off the side plate....

Grips off inspection no problem. Slide plate removal, No Way in Hell; unless you can prove to me you are a licensed gunsmith with lots of pre. 1980 Smith and Wesson experience.

 

[Glashaus]

I bought this M27-2 right around Thanksgiving last year for $926, granted it is not a 5" but I still think that I did alright




And no matter how hard it tries and wants to be, a M28 will never be a M27

 

[Dan Carey]

I, too, wanted a 27. Then I saw my 28 at an estate sale and it came home with me!. A 27 in that condition for a grand? Yup, in a heartbeat. Here in New England, some 28's command higher prices than that!