Fair Trade ? Model 36 or Model 10, for Sig Sauer 232

[snarley55]

Greetings. Nice forum.
I have three S&W's and I'm considering trading either my model 36-1 3" barrel blue finish or my model 10-5 4" barrel nickel finish for a like new Sig Sauer 232 (looks like a Walther PPK). Both of the Smith's are in excellent condition. Trying to find out if this is a fair trade or not. Is one of the Smith's worth more than the other? I love the Smith's, but I don't really need three of them. Thanks

 

[Pilgrim]

Don't do it. You'll regret it.

 

[mikeruns]

I think it would be a fair trade cash wise. I also think the 36-1 3" is a little more collectible than a 10-5 nickel 4", although there are nickel enthusiasts out there just like there are great fans of 3" j-frames. You have to decide for yourself what you really want.
Fwiw, there will be many opportunities to see more sig 232's out there yet no more revolvers like yours are being produced and they will just continue to increase in value both monetarily and as history Americana.

 

[selectgear]

I own a Sig 232 AND a model 36. I got the Stainless Sig used in near perfect condition with box / papers for $450 at my local gun shop. It jams regularly on my wife since she has a weak grip. That's the reason I bought the 36 snub for her (same condition and price). It will always fire and will likely hold it's value.

I almost forgot to mention that the Sig 232 is a 380 (9mm short) vs a gun that shoots a .38 special. The kicker is the 36 is lighter and smaller (easier to conceal) than the Sig 232.
Jeff

 

[snarley55]

Thanks for the thoughts. Its interesting that I've always had a soft spot for the petite Model 36 and felt the Model 10 was not as well proportioned as the 36. I think it's the tapered barrel that throws off the balance for me.
What I did not explain is the trade is for the widow of a friend of a friend. Her husband owned the Sig and she is not a real "gun person", but would like some type of protection. We feel the simplicity of a revolver is a better choice for her and I had the extra Smith's so I am considering the trade.
I have a Model 15-2 Combat Masterpiece (my Father's gun), Dan Wesson 357, Beretta 92, Colt Mustang Pocketlite, and a Rossi 518 so I don't really "need" another pistol, but I am trying to help a friend.
I also feel the "flatness" of the Sig 232 makes it easier to conceal, but I agree that it will never be a collectible like the Smith's. Keep the faith, but always keep alot of ammo.

 

[jtpur]

I did a model 36 trade for a Walther once and it was the absolute worst mistake I have made gun wise. I hosed myself....and have regretted it ever since.

 

[dusty10]

Keep your Smiths. Sigs are a dime a dozen. They are nice guns but plentiful.

 

[Jack Flash]

... I'm considering trading either my model 36-1 3" barrel blue finish or my model 10-5 4" barrel nickel finish for a like new Sig Sauer 232 (looks like a Walther PPK). Both of the Smith's are in excellent condition. Trying to find out if this is a fair trade or not.

Personally, I would be inclined to keep the M36 and trade the M10, assuming the latter doesn't have any personal meaning (like it once belonged to a beloved relative, etc.) M10-5s are not hard to come by.

Of course, this may not be totally fair to the lady. I don't know the fair market value of the M36 vs the Sig 232, but I imagine that is closer to an even swap. The M10 might need Benjamin to go with him to even things out...

 

[S&W-Keeper]

Don't get rid of the 3" 36-1, a store in my area has one for $699.They are nice little revolvers.

 

[bmcgilvray]

Only my opinion but I wouldn't be interested enough in a SIG 232 to trade either for it.

 

[Speedo2]

I had a P230S,which I found to be a nasty little hand-biter. It didn't hang around very long. Tried to give it to Mrs.Speedo for her birthday, but the 380 recoil was a bit too much for her; she still bitches about that darned Sig. -S2

 

[snarley55]

Thanks for the replies. Her hands were big enough to handle the Model 10 so she took that one. I was glad since I'm partial to the Model 36. I told her that if ever decided to part with the 10, that I was to get first option. For what it's worth, comparing the Sig 232 to the Model 36, overall size and thickness is pretty much the same. Fully loaded, the Sig is 3 oz lighter than the 36.

 

[k22fan]

snarley55,

I can't comment on comparative values except to agree that the 3" 36 would likely sell for a little more than the 4" 10. That is because a lot more 10s were manufactured. There were a lot more 10s made for good reason—they were a very practical gun with a better DA pull, less recoil and better hand fit for most people. Yes, the tapered barrels fell out of favor for better balanced, lower recoiling heavy barrels, but the tapered barrels were for less weight on your belt and much lighter revolvers are the fad today. The old gal is better off with the 10, and since it's not a business investment for her, and she chose the gun she preferred, don't feel guilty about any theoretical difference in value.

Best regards,

Gil

 

[Doug.38PR]

you'll be cheating yourself if you trade for a sig anything (and I like Sig Sauer automatics, but none of them hold a candle to any S&W revolver)

 

[Lew Archer]

Thanks for the thoughts. Its interesting that I've always had a soft spot for the petite Model 36 and felt the Model 10 was not as well proportioned as the 36. I think it's the tapered barrel that throws off the balance for me.
What I did not explain is the trade is for the widow of a friend of a friend. Her husband owned the Sig and she is not a real "gun person", but would like some type of protection. We feel the simplicity of a revolver is a better choice for her and I had the extra Smith's so I am considering the trade.
I have a Model 15-2 Combat Masterpiece (my Father's gun), Dan Wesson 357, Beretta 92, Colt Mustang Pocketlite, and a Rossi 518 so I don't really "need" another pistol, but I am trying to help a friend.
I also feel the "flatness" of the Sig 232 makes it easier to conceal, but I agree that it will never be a collectible like the Smith's. Keep the faith, but always keep alot of ammo.

Since your objective is to help the lady find a simple, reliable self protection weapon, of the two choices (M36 or M10), let her have the M10. J frame Smiths are not easy guns to shoot well...often novices are drawn to them, as they are so handy. However, they are not good choices for the novice. The Model 10 will be much easier for her to shoot. She will be more inclined to practice with a gun that is easy to shoot. The Model 10 is an excellent all around handgun, whereas the Model 36 is a more specialized weapon.