Possible K22,or Model 17

[goldwinghg]

I ran across what the owner said it was a 6" model 17. I'm not sure that it is a model 17. There is no model number stamp on it. It is a 6" with pinned barrel. He rates it at 95%+ -. Trying to get some input of what would be a reasonable offer. He's asking $875. Whether it's a model 17,or a K22 would make a difference. Looks like walnut target grips have been added. Any help or comments are appreciated!

 

[bobsguns]

These days, that might be the going rate. A gun is worth only what someone is willing to pay for it. Is it worth that amount to you?

Clearly, an in-person inspection is the best path here. If that's not possible, then I would be a bit hesitant for that price, IMO.

At 95%, the highest *I* would go is maybe $700-750.

My .o2

 

[goldwinghg]

These days, that might be the going rate. A gun is worth only what someone is willing to pay for it. Is it worth that amount to you?

Clearly, an in-person inspection is the best path here. If that's not possible, then I would be a bit hesitant for that price, IMO.

At 95%, the highest *I* would go is maybe $700-750.

My .o2

That was my thoughts also.

 

[JP@AK]

I'm not sure that it is a model 17. There is no model number stamp on it. It is a 6" with pinned barrel. Whether it's a model 17, or a K22 would make a difference.

If it is not model marked in the yoke cut, then it isn't a Model 17. If you supply the serial number, we can tell you roughly how old it really is.

Finally, A Model 17 is a K-22 Masterpiece. When model numbers came into use in 1958, they were added to the model name. The model name continued in use.

 

[goldwinghg]

If it is not model marked in the yoke cut, then it isn't a Model 17. If you supply the serial number, we can tell you roughly how old it really is.

Finally, A Model 17 is a K-22 Masterpiece. When model numbers came into use in 1958, they were added to the model name. The model name continued in use.

I don't have the serial number. I asked the owner but I guess he doesn't want to give it to me.

 

[Kanewpadle]

If you can’t inspect the gun, remove the grips and verify, I would pass at that price. Especially if the stocks are not serial numbered to the gun.

 

[javbike]

I paid 700.00 for this one last month no box

 

[Retired W4]

I don't have the serial number. I asked the owner but I guess he doesn't want to give it to me.

He doesn't want to give you the serial number? That seems strange. Maybe the gun is hot.

 

[Kanewpadle]

I paid 700.00 for this one last month no boxView attachment 759710

Me too! $700

 

[.38SuperMan]

I traded a Remington shotgun for mine 3 or 4 years ago. Around here they’re pretty scarce and if you find one it’s usually pretty worn.

Consider the price of a new 17, 617 or Colt King Cobra 22. You’ll pay $300 or so for a new one do if you can find a really clean K22 I’d jump all over it.

I had a new 617 and currently own a new King Cobra 22. The 617 is a very fine gun but never like the balance due to all the metal in the barrel and the full under lug. I wound up selling it and bought a Colt KC and like the size, weight and balance much better.

In all honesty none of the new Smiths or Colts will exceed what you get in a vintage K22 or M17. I’d be all over that gun because it’ll still increase in value and the new ones aren’t as appealing to most of us.

 

[silicosys4]

I paid $600 for this 1955 K22 a few months ago off an online store.

 

[bobsguns]

I paid 700.00 for this one last month no box

Is that an 8"? Seems like those would have a wee bit of a premium?

 

[bobsguns]

He doesn't want to give you the serial number? That seems strange. Maybe the gun is hot.

No, because as a new owner, he can run a check himself. No seller would be that stupid, I hope.

He might give the S/N is he does the last-four-XXXX internet trick? If not, then he is a jerk.

 

[bobsguns]

I paid $600 for this 1955 K22 a few months ago off an online store.

Excellent looking gun!

 

[javbike]

Is that an 8"? Seems like those would have a wee bit of a premium?

Yes she is I did get a great find they ain’t that many around 3 Ts