Model 657 No Dash

[Barbarian-CBX]

My long time best friend recently inherited a 6" Model 657 no dash. He asked me to sell it for him. I want to be able accurately describe its condition along with anything that needs to be mentioned. The one thing I noted is that it appears it have been polished somewhat, other than the Pachmayr grips. Was there a factory option to come from the factory polished? If not, how would polishing affect its value. He's asked me to ensure it's fair priced. Attached are pictures comparing the 657 to a 67-1. The 657 definitely has more shine than the 67. All comments welcomed and appreciated.

SWCA #3713

 

[SAFireman]

You're a good friend helping out like that.

It looks like an 800-1000 gun to me. Probably a great candidate for a Jovino tribute

 

[madmikeb]

Yours does look like it may have been polished somewhat. Here is a pic of my 657 no dash that I bought new and has never been polished. Finish looks like your 67 to me.

 

[Hair Trigger]

My long time best friend recently inherited a 6" Model 657 no dash. The 657 definitely has more shine than the 67. All comments welcomed and appreciated.

Looks pretty normal for a little-used stainless gun. SCSW gives a 2016 ANIB value of $950, which would include the original box, tools and paperwork. That ought to be worth about $1200 today, so without the extras I'd say about $900 if it is better than 95%.