Model 36 2" Square Butt (1977) - Value + for Sq Butt?

[VaTom]

I have a 1977 Model 36 2" with a square butt that I am keeping for a friend. He bought it new. All original, shot very little, box, papers, etc. The 4th Edition SCSW only mentions square butts for 3" Model 36. Does a square butt on a 2" add any additional value? First one I have seen. The friend may wish to sell it at some point and I am interested.

Thanks - VaTom

 

[Baxter6551]

It’s in fine shape. Others will chime in on value. Square Butt is more comfortable for some. I have an older flat latch one in no where near as nice condition - but some Flitz and Ren Wax made it look nice for family portrait.

 

[darg]

As far as I see it square butts were not reserved for 3" barrels. I have 1959 36 with 2" barrel and square butt so at least 20 years before this one they had them as SB

 

[sophie]

Here’s another Model 36 Chiefs Special with a 2” barrel and a square butt. I think mine is late 70’s without looking. I don’t believe there’s any difference in the price of the square butt versus the round butt. It’s all in the eye of the beholder. Others may disagree.

 

[two-bit cowboy]

The square butt 2" Chiefs probably aren't as ubiquitous as the
round butts, but they're not scarce by any means.

I agree with sophie -- no premium. More of a personal preference.
The square butt Chiefs are my favorites.

My earliest 2" Chiefs Special square butt is a 1953 Airweight.

Then, there's a '55 and a '62 in nickel.

 

[JP@AK]

Lousy picture, but this one shipped in September, 1964.

I agree with the above - no premium for the square butt.

 

[USBP SW]

However, if that 2" Chief's Special comes with the square butt and adjustable sights, that will enhance the value.