686-6 or 8?

[checkdark]

I recently bought a 686 2.5 inch and I think it says -6, but maybe -8. It is NIB and holds 6 rounds. Will I be able to get a NIB model 48 22mag for it? I am not well versed in S and W. Will Buds guns give me a fair deal. I would appreciate some advice. Im sure I paid too much for this 686. ($800.00) Ron

 

[murphydog]

Welcome to the Forum. Trading is always full of variables, but in general a retail store (not just Bud's, which seems to be a fine business) needs to have a profit margin, meaning they will give you less than retail price for your NIB trade. (Think depreciation the moment you drive a new car off the dealer's lot.)

If you are looking for a model 48-7 a private owner might do an even trade, as their selling prices are pretty similar, or you might be behind a little. Hope this is helpful.

 

[158Grain]

It's a -6. New production 686's are in the 6th "change." Is it a TALO edition or a regular 686? A TALO edition may bring you more money. You may want to try to sell it yourself and then purchase your new toy.

 

[gr7070]

Im sure I paid too much for this 686. ($800.00) Ron

You definitely paid more than you needed to. That alone will ensure you get a lower percentage back for your gun.

Will I be able to get a NIB model 48 22mag for it?

If the model 48 retail price is anything close to a 686 no. If it were closer to a 642 retail price, you'd be much closer to getting that in trade.

Will Buds guns give me a fair deal. I would appreciate some advice.

Fair? Hard to say if it's fair.
Reasonable with respect to what you could get for it in a private sale/trade? Absolutely not!

If you want a fast, easy, low risk sale Bud's or another store is the place to go. However, those benefits come at a large cost to you.

If you want to receive as much as possible a private sale is the place to go. However, that sale may take a longer time, it may take more effort, and it may come with greater risk to you. Those things may bring a greater return to you though.

 

[checkdark]

Thanks for the info. I will check local gun shops until I find something I want, and try to mak a trade. Thanks again.