looking for an idea of value on a model 28-1

[Davinman]

im thinking of buying a 6" model 28-1. its in very good condition, nickle finish looks to be original,
but does not have the original grips, seems to be in fine working order. im just looking for a ballpark number, it has no box or paperwork. any help would be great, ill try to get a good pic up here soon.

 

[RoadVirus]

If I remember correctly another one sold for around 3k.Would love to see pics especially of the 28-1 stamping.

 

[rbmac52]

How about posting some photos of the model stamping inside the crane. If it is indeed a 28-1, you have an extremely rare variation. There may be only ONE other 28-1 specimen in existence. Much too rare to offer a value without actually seeing what you have.

 

[two-bit cowboy]

If it truly is what the seller says (Model 28-1), run, don't walk....

No, no, that's all wrong. I'm not that sort of enabler.

I hope you've found the deal of the century!

 

[Davinman]

ok, im going to take another look at the gun again tomorrow, ill look for the little N stamps, and snap a photo of the model numbers on the crane too.

 

[JP@AK]

I have my doubts . . .

We only know of one Model 28-1 that has been confirmed. I believe it lives in Arizona. I don't remember if it has the 4" or 6" barrel. It would be rather cool to locate a second one. Looking forward to seeing your pics!

Also, a nickel finish is highly suspect.

 

[Tom_R]

The Florida Highway Patrolman that were done in Nickel shipped in 1959, which would make them model 28s, not 28-1s.

So if it is Nickel, it's not one of the FHP guns, which were 5" barreled guns.

More research is in order here. A Roy Jinks letter needs to be acquired if the seller is passing it off as a genuine Nickel model 28-1.

 

[murphydog]

As noted above, a model 28-1 would be a unicorn. An original factory nickel model 28-1 would be Sasquatch riding in on a unicorn .

Highly likely to be a refinished 28 with a blurry stamped "2", but would be very happy for you if I am wrong.

 

[gmborkovic]

Hello OP, I hope it is factory correct. I have spoken to the owner of the
28-1 in AZ and have pics. Pics indicate Sn. as S225243, blue, 6".
Shipped Aug. 6, 1962. The factory nickel is a rarity. Awaiting more news.

 

[steelslaver]

Sasquatches ride woolly mammoths and I hear people see them all the time. Thought everyone knew that.

 

[gmborkovic]

Hey steel, what kind of mash do you guys use in your stills up in
Montana?

 

[Leatherhead23]

In for pictures

 

[steelslaver]

Hey steel, what kind of mash do you guys use in your stills up in
Montana?

Sugar beets, wheat, let her start throw in your corn. If you like add some mashed up Juniper berries, a crushed peppercorns and let it sit for a day before the second trip through Why do you ask?

 

[murphydog]

Sugar beets, wheat, let her start throw in your corn. If you like add some mashed up Juniper berries, a crushed peppercorns and let it sit for a day before the second trip through Why do you ask?

Mike may have been referencing your woolly mammoth sighting, and how it was achieved .

 

[clang444]

An original factory nickel 28-1 would be like Sasquatch riding a unicorn (or a woolly mammoth) while wearing the golden fleece and sipping some of that moonshine from the Holy Grail.

Not impossible, but...

 

[Davinman]

it was a 28-2 not the 28-1 it was advertised as. non original finish w/the nickel flaking off the cylinder. N prefix not S so later production run. not original grips, some rubber ones ive never seen b4. it was tight, it locked up real good, prolly a good shooter to buy if it were in better shape, or 100-150 dollars cheaper. i went into it expecting nothing and came out with nothing, so im even i guess.

 

[murphydog]

Oh well, the hunt continues .

 

[deyomatic]

What WAS the asking price (maybe I missed it)?

 

[Davinman]

asking price was $450

 

[deyomatic]

If there is wiggle room on that price it would still be a good shooter.