Did I make a mistake?

[blujax01]

You might be able to barter the box in the Classifieds for a set of grips ...

 

[samandglove1]

I went back to the shop to take a closer look. The lock up and timing seem to be perfect, but when I carefully examined it, the finish is not as nice as I thought. It is a more realistic 85% gun in appearance, but I bet it would make a great shooter or carry piece. I think that $350 is a good and fair price for the revolver, but I decided to take a pass.

 

[Ross3913]

While $350 is a fair price for the gun, if it doesn't feel right to you, then it's not right. Simple as that.

Patience will yeild the results you desire....man, that sounded like a fortune cookie.

 

[jane.]

In Southern FL, Dade County, that would be high, I recently looked at two 19-3's, two and half inch barrels for $339, with box, and $299 no box. I passed on both, with this economy there are alot of guns lately on the market, and you have the option of being very particular.

 

[diamonback68]

In Southern FL, Dade County, that would be high, I recently looked at two 19-3's, two and half inch barrels for $339, with box, and $299 no box. I passed on both, with this economy there are alot of guns lately on the market, and you have the option of being very particular.

Welcome to the forum jane. Over here in central Fl south of Orlando prices are much better than what I see at gunshows, forums and auctions. The economy is down and soft, but some still think they can charge outlandish prices for their guns and still get it. I hope they enjoy carrying INVENTORY!

 

[TDC]

I went back to the shop to take a closer look. The lock up and timing seem to be perfect, but when I carefully examined it, the finish is not as nice as I thought. It is a more realistic 85% gun in appearance, but I bet it would make a great shooter or carry piece. I think that $350 is a good and fair price for the revolver, but I decided to take a pass.

Congratulations, samandglove1, on what is oftentimes a very difficult decision to make. Seeing a very desirable gun like a 2 1/2" Mod. 19 can cloud an accurate appraisal by causing us to disregard obvious flaws because we want it to be what it simply isn't..

I try to always go by the old adage... "The easiest person to sell something to is yourself..." That is so true when it comes to handguns we really want badly...

 

[ditrina]

Jacksonville thinks they are a big up north city.
Couple days ago, I bought locally a new, and I mean new, in the box with everything 37-1 for $300.
Bob, you need to move farther south into Seminole country.

YOU buyin' guns AGAIN??

 

[diamonback68]

YOU buyin' guns AGAIN??

Yup, I can't help myself. I get the herd pared down like I want and then along comes a "an offer I can't refuse". What's a poor gun nut supposed to do when people waive porno in front of you. And, it thus renders me helpless to help another gun nut like you Sal. I'm just not "walking the walk". Mea Culpa.

 

[jimmyj]

Former Florida Resident- Firearm prices are MUCH lower in Florida than here (Tennessee). However even if I was still in Florida I would have JUMPED on that deal.
Jimmy

 

[jjgi5150]

Hi all,

Yes, I too would have jumped on that....For me as an extra carry piece. A quick trip to S&W for a beadblast and re-blue...And still out the door for under $500.

JMO,

Take care,


JJ