Model 10 2.5" heavy barrel Michigan state police

[flrlayer]

I am hoping someone can help me with value on a model 10 2.5 inch heavy barrel. I know only approximately 780 were made for the FBI and MSP. I'm planning on buying it Monday but have been unable to find any pricing information online. Thank you!

 

[flrlayer]

Here is a picture.

 

[Art Doc]

I have never seen or heard of a 2.5" M10.

 

[shawn mccarver]

S&W did make the 2 1/2 inch Model 10 on contract for the two agencies mentioned.

In the FBI, at least, it was the forerunner to their last, and arguably best, revolver, the 3 inch round butt Model 13.

Originals had standard wood stocks.

The biggest issue I see in negotiating price on one of these is making certain it is original, rather than a gunsmith job. If it is not original, then I would pass and simply get a factory 3 inch.

See this thread:
http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-revolvers-1980-present/72558-2-5-inch-fixed-sight-k-frames.html

 

[flrlayer]

The 2.5" m10 is listed in the standard catalog of Smith and Wesson as a scarce special order. 500 for the FBI and 280 for the Michigan State Police. That's why I'm having problems trying to determine the value.

 

[flrlayer]

He had the original wood stocks for it. The owner is a retired MSP captain. It was his service pistol.

 

[murphydog]

As usual it depends on how badly you want it; but if a standard 2" model 10 of the same era is a $450 gun, figure a 50-75% or so premium over that? Usually a search of recent online sales would help with a value, but I don't recall ever seeing one for sale.

 

[flrlayer]

That's the problem I'm having, I can't find one for sale either.

 

[Ga Johnny]

Have the seller set the price, you have to decide if its worth it to you or not.
Without any sales to reference I don't think I'd get too wild with the $$$.

 

[flrlayer]

He wants $500 firm with the two sets of grips and a box of personal protection ammo.

 

[jringo8769]

well that seems like a fair price with all the extra parts...but go with your gut if it feels like a fair price...it looks like a beautiful gun...great find...God Bless John

 

[murphydog]

I would call it a great deal, not much more than a much more common 2" version...be prepared for the "if you don't buy it I will" comments to follow...

 

[ladder13]

I'd be all over that at 500 beans.

 

[muzzleblast]

I have never seen or heard of a 2.5" M10.

Me either.

I like it!

MB

 

[S&W Fan]

I'd be all over that at 500 beans.

This plus infinity!! I certainly hope flrlayer bought it!

 

[flrlayer]

Don't worry, I'll pick it up. I just needed some confirmation from the experts!

 

[handejector]

BUY the gun!

I sold one 2-3 years ago for $1000.
I can't remember if it had a box, but I think it did. Sorry, but I sell guns for a living and that was many hundreds of guns back....
I know it had a Factory Letter.

 

[pete950]

buy it and run!!!
Southern Ohio Guns had them 18 years ago if my memory serves me right for about $189.00
Im still kicking my self for not getting one or two when I had the chance!!

 

[MichiganScott]

Buy the gun and then letter it. The $500 asking price is not out of line for a gunsmith conversion, let alone an original MSP gun.

 

[jculloden]

Grab it !!!!