Possible Model 042 mismarked on GunBroker as a Model 42...how'd I do?

[Robinett_11B]

Hey, guys. I have been looking for a new (older) Centennial to replace my 442, now I've got a 50's vintage Model 40 en route and I just won this auction...I think I'll be sitting good for a pocket gun now

It was listed as a Model 42, but it didn't look like a 42 when I clicked on the page. I cracked open my SCSW and apparently it looks like it could be a Model 042...from what I read, this seems to be an 042. It's got the older box, a pinned firing pin, forged parts, no airweight marking, no +P marking, and Uncle Mike's combat grips. I know they made these in a matte blue and a polished blue, this one appears to be a matte blued example.

I've gathered that these are somewhat scarce...with only ~4,500 made in 1992. The seller said he bought it from the original owner who only ever put 3 cylinders through it. Says it's ANIB. I'm excited to have a gun that's much like my 442, just without MIM parts or the J-magnum frame...also it seems to be a bit of an oddity. I just won it for $400 shipped...how'd I do?


Link to completed auction:
S&W 42 Airweight Sentenial 5 shot 38 : Revolvers at GunBroker.com

 

[Robinett_11B]

Photos of the "Model 42":

 

[photoman]

DC7 will have a good idea for what it's worth but I'd say you got a great deal on that one! They are a bit rare.

 

[Hondo44]

I think you 'done' as good as it gets! Good eye!

 

[Robinett_11B]

Thanks, guys The SCSW says an ANIB example should go for $500 and an Exc. should go for $450. The book seems to be a little "behind the times" on prices though.

I'll be into it for right around $450 after the taxes and transfer fee. I was trying to save my money for a 640, but that "42" was just too tempting

 

[Hondo44]

The book is over 6 years old now, I don't think it will even get you into the ballpark any longer so I wouldn't worry. At this point IMHO, the book is only good for ballpark pricing for the very rare or exotic items.