LGS find~ model 36 value?

[ptrk626]

Saw this today at a local store and I am curious to know how old this Model 36 revolver is, and what condition / value would say it is in. I think I've read on hear that the "J" prefix puts it after 1968. Thankful for advice/ opinions. The serial # is J153939 Asking price almost $600.

 

[maxfam]

Looks very rough for $600 to me, others may have another opinion. I would pass at that price.

 

[ColbyBruce]

Here you go from SCSW ed. 3.

Your photos are not the best; however, it is easy to see the gun has cosmetic issues. If the bore and chambers are clean and the gun is mechanically sound, it is at best a $275.00-$300.00 revolver.

 

[Inland7-45]

Model 36 Value

Saw this today at a local store and I am curious to know how old this Model 36 revolver is, and what condition / value would say it is in. I think I've read on hear that the "J" prefix puts it after 1968. Thankful for advice/ opinions. The serial # is J153939 Asking price almost $600.

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I bought 2 about the same age and in the same condition from an LGS about a year ago. I paid $450 each. The asking price of $600 for this gun is high.

 

[Marshal Tom]

It's your money but I wouldn't pay anything close to that amount for one in that condition. You should be able to find one in pretty pristine condition for $600.

 

[BE Mike]

I'd tell them that you know that they have to put their child through school, but you don't want to become an equal partner!

 

[two-bit cowboy]

They aren't a dime a dozen, but that one's nowhere close to $600.

Maybe $350.

S&W probably shipped it in fall '73.

 

[DogNutRadio]

as others have said, too high

that said, for 325 that would be a great carry piece that you don't have to worry about

 

[jeffrefrig]

The Magna stocks are nice at least, but not enough to raise it's retail value $300. But those are nice guns, mine's a front pocket carry when I take it along. For me it's one of those up close and personal revolvers, although 15 yards I can hit torso on the target...12" groups! The model 60s are nice, too, if you like it in stainless. Thanks for sharing the pictures.