Model 1955 five screw

[backer]

Came upon 1955 five screw 45 acp in 96-97% condition. Has a set of non-relieved diamond targets which I believe are correct though they are numbered differently than the gun. The gun appears to have been manufactured in 1955 and according to the Standard Catalog was produced in the five screw configuration for only one year. No box or tools.
Since it appears to be rather unusual I have no idea what a reasonable price is. The asking in $1,000. Good or bad deal.
Bob

 

[quinn]

That is about what I paid for my pre-25 a year ago, also with non relieved targets. The stocks alone are pretty pricey. Mine shipped in 1958, and also in high condition.

 

[H Richard]

In that condition, I believe it is right on target for price. Not cheap, not overpriced. If you want it get it, as you won't fine another very easily.

 

[moosedog]

96-97% at $1,000 it is a good price.

 

[tlay]

Depending on where you live I have seen these in that condition go for $1500. Sounds like a good deal.

 

[jack the toad]

I'm assuming the gun is in Cal. and I've heard horror stories about that place pertaining to gun prices. I'd say its reasonable at the asking price but I'd have to ask how flexible is that price?

 

[05CarbonDRZ]

The Pre 25's are very undervalued in my opinion.I have watched nice Ones sell for $1,000 on GB.With NR Diamond Targets selling for $300+ it makes no sense.My Pre 25 is One of my favorite Guns and is extremely accurate.They should be $1,500+ Guns in my Book.

 

[RussellD]

$1400-$1800 for 97-98.5%
$2000-2500 for 98%+ with box and goodies

 

[S&WIowegan]

Buy that gun! I've paid more than $1k for both of mine 10 years ago. As mentioned by others, the stocks are easily worth $300. on Ebay. I take it you've had the stocks off since you mention they're numbered. Target stocks aren't usually numbered, magnas are. Did you notice the mainspring? Normal or W-shaped?

 

[Troystat]

Unless there is something wrong with it that is a great price, you certainly can't buy something new that is that nice for that price.

 

[backer]

I thought it was a fairly good deal and now I'm convinced.
Thanks to all for your input. This is really a great forum, especially when it comes to helping someone spend money.
Bob

 

[srsmyth]

That sounds like a very fair price, you should probably get that one. Mine also has non-relieved target stocks that are numbered to a different revolver.
Steve

 

[jack the toad]

I thought it was a fairly good deal and now I'm convinced.
Thanks to all for your input. This is really a great forum, especially when it comes to helping someone spend money.
Bob

If not spending money is important, you're prolly in the wrong hobby.

 

[05CarbonDRZ]

My Pre 25 also has NR Targets numbered to a different Gun.I wonder if S&W just gave up and did not bother matching them up?

 

[tlay]

Not only will they help you spend all of your money, they will help you spend money you don't have!

 

[backer]

It sure is a fun way to go broke.

 

[toms645]

good deal

I would think that would be a very good deal. I have one and love shooting it. I have a good supply of .45 Auto Rims and reload those.

 

[trsmilitaria]

Condition, condition, condition--its worth more because you can't expect to replicate something that old that's that nice.

 

[chickster]

Sorry i traded mine years ago

I would think that would be a very good deal. I have one and love shooting it. I have a good supply of .45 Auto Rims and reload those.

At that price know place to go ,but up.Good buy.

 

[RABULL]

Bob,

I live in California also and I think that it is a fair price for that handgun.
If you pass on it, if it is not spoken for, please PM me where it is and I would be interested in purchasing it at that price. For information, this handgun is not covered by the California Safe Handgun Roster as it is over 50 years old which exempts it........ Good Luck on it......

Richard