6 1/2" 610 info

[KEN L]

Ran across one of these in a shop today. It is a no dash model with a serial number of BFA31xx. I'm thinking it may even be first year of production. Includes original box, papers, whats left of the wax paper, but no tools. It does include 6 moon clips though. Overall I would rate the condition at 99%, yes, its that nice. Has the original "smooth Goncalo Alves finger grooved combat round butt wood grips with S&W medallions".

Anyone want to hazard a guess at the current value on this. I wish it was the 5" model as it is quite muzzle heavy in its current configuration, but I'm tantalized by the idea of being able to shoot not only 10mm, but .40 S&W as well! Any imput is appreciated.........

 

[Nightowl]

They are seldom seen and with box as well. For me, it would depend on how much I wanted it. You might check Gunbroker, or GunsAmerica for any for sale to try to get an idea what they are asking in those places. What is it listed for?

 

[onemanwolfpack]

$800 - $900 in free states...in my neck of the woods (CA) more like a kewl G.

You should buy it.

-wolf

 

[Mike1957]

They are great shooting guns. And will handle loads that would be rough on a 10mm auto pistol.
Have not seen one sell lately, so don`t know what they are going for these days. Gave $500 for my 610-1 new. But that was over 10 years ago. Expect a used one would be quite a bit more now, and a no dash higher still.
If you decide to get it, I bet you will be pleased with it.

 

[Mike1957]

Also invest in a de-mooning tool. Will save a lot of sore fingers.

 

[wantmoresmiths]

A 99%, no dash 610, with box and papers, even with the 6.5" barrel, will easily bring $1000. There is currently a 6.5" (dash 1 or 2) on GB with no box or papers going for $1027. I had my eye on one a few months back, 6.5" barrel,99%, with box and papers. I thought the $1000 buy it now was crazy high. Sure enough it got snapped up 2 or 3 days into the auction. There is also a NIB 5" model on GB with a $1500 buy it now price tag.

Since the gun you are looking at has the box, check the product code, 103576 is the product code for the models built from 1998 to 2000. Surprisingly the 6.5" model is only 2.5 oz. heavier than the 5" version.

I eventually got a 5" version with a hi-viz front sight and some sort of a non-factory rear for $850. If I went out and bought a factory front and rear sight, I would add another $150 to my cost. My son got a 6.5" no dash about 9 months ago for $ 750, but that is the exception rather than the rule. We both use our 610's for ICORE competition. Like Mike1957 said, they really are great shooting guns. If you get one check out the BMT moonclip loader/unloader. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrZeu58ZBCs&feature=player_embedded#!

 

[albiek22]

KEN L, The 610 should have a fluted cylinder in the 1990 production run of 5" and 6 1/2" barrel lengths with black ramp front sights. I enjoy shooting mine.
albiek22

 

[GLL]

I own a 5" and a couple of 6 1/2". The long guns are perhaps the most accurate revolvers I have ever owned !

Jerry

 

[BobR1]

I got my box out.
Model: 610 Cal: 10mm, BBL: 5, Fin:S, Stock: CS, Features: F/L SEMI TAR
Ser: BFC24XX
Product Code: 103578
Spec. Ord.: 0241
The Front sight was a Black pined on (Red Ramp ??). I had Meprolite Night Sights added years ago. It is possible the Gunsmith cut the RedRamp Dovetail for the Night Sight to go in.
The same grips as you described S&W Wood Finger Groove Combats.
Fluted Cylinder

Looks like 2 pair of 1/2 Moon Clips in a plastic 2" X 4" Zip Loc Bag.
A 7.25" aluminum cleaning rod with a knurled end.
A White bore mop, Bronze brush, and a oval flat steel tool that says Sight Adjustment Only with the S&W logo on one side, and Smith & Wesson since 1852 on the other.

I thought I had my Original Reciept in the box. When I opened it up it is the reciept from Power Custom Inc dated 12-11-92
Set BBL Back to 4" $120
Ball Loc $20
MS Lock, Chamfer Cyl. $175
Round & Smooth Trigger w/Stop $17

The bottom 3 entries are what makes up a Power Custom Combat Master Action Job. The Chambers are Numbered between the chambers. Left Side Plate Power Custom Combat Logo etched into side plate. Bottom of Ejector Shroud: By Ron Power signature etched in.

I had it back to Power Custom back in the Summer. Ron checked it all over, and put an endshake bearing in it. The nice thing about being an old customer, he still works on your stuff. Even if he is retired.

Bob

 

[KEN L]

I own a 5" and a couple of 6 1/2". The long guns are perhaps the most accurate revolvers I have ever owned !

Jerry

Thats exactly what the one I saw today looks like. I think I can get it for $750 OTD, maybe a little less. If I get it, I'll post pics. I think I would prefer a 5", so maybe I could use it for a trade down the road. Do the 5 inchers command a higher premium?

 

[BobR1]

The $750 price on it is a steal.
The 6.5" should be a tack driver. Mine has always shot great. That seems to be a subject that always comes up. It seems every one of them is accurate.

I would bet a 5" would be a little higher. The old fluted cylinder ones do not show up for sale much at all.

Good Luck

Bob

 

[Simmy952]

$750 on a prelock 610 is a steal. Most of the members here are thinking that if you don't buy it, tell them where it is. Any of the 610 models are great shooting. Does not really matter what size/length they are, a 610 will bring good money. At that price you can easily shoot it for a bit and have no problem unloading or trading it off at a later date. Now go buy it and enjoy!

 

[Revolver King]

610

I just sold a lock version 6.5" barrel on GB and it brought $1125.00 two weeks ago.

 

[scooter123]

I'll aggree with the other who have stated that a 610 in good condition is worth north of a grand at retail. I have a 6 1/2 inch 610-3 and it's distinctly a keeper and IMO S&W has been a bit foolish for not putting it into regular production. One big advantage to the 610 is it's capability for use with the 40 S&W. If you don't reload it's a cheap revolver to shoot and quite accurate.

However, I found that the long barrel really tested my recoil management skills and it took me about 2 years of practice to start shooting it to it's potential on a regular basis. Point is, long barrels are a lot more revealing of deficits in technique than shorter barrels and they do test your technique. As a result, you'll either become a better shot or end up selling the gun because it won't "shoot for you".

 

[wantmoresmiths]

A 610 at $750 is a great deal. By all means buy that gun. I haven't seen anyone trade a short barrel for a 6.5", but you can always sell the 6.5" version to finance a 5" when one finally comes along.

 

[DesertFox]

Buy it. Excellent trading fodder to those of us afflicted with 10mm-itis...