pre 27 value?
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Taking note of the box and the uncommon barrel length, $750. Maybe even $800.
But be warned. I have made a bunch of bad guesses on value in recent days.
But be warned. I have made a bunch of bad guesses on value in recent days.
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There is a broad margin of difference between a 95% and 98% condition revolver. So my estimate is based on the 98% assumption. With the original box and original grips I would say $800 is a bargain by any description in the current market. Best of luck.
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There is a 5" pre 27 on auction arms right now 2+ days to go and at $1600.
Wow! This guy is optimistic then. Asking 1400 on consignment. There is also a twin next to it not as clean without a box and that one is asking 1700! I know California guns have a premium for guns not on the list. They can only be purchased through private party transfer. But these are past the 50 year mark so they are considered C&R and can be shipped in from out of state.
I guess I don't have to have this one. Thank goodness! I've been on a run of pre-lock Smiths lately, and its getting hard to slip it past the wife.
I guess I don't have to have this one. Thank goodness! I've been on a run of pre-lock Smiths lately, and its getting hard to slip it past the wife.
I saw this post after my last post. Well what gives? Where are these guns really at?
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The value is what someone is willing to pay. Are they worth that much? That is the question.
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Well,I'd sure like to know where you can buy a 5" .357 with the box for under $1,000. Heck,the box would bring a couple of hundred on ebay! Also,in my experience,the 5" .357 is not at all common. Quite the contrary. I've seen a number of 5" 27-2's sell for more than $800! With the presentation and without.
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Regardless of anything else, a 5" pre-27 in great condition is a very desirable revolver. Surely the demand exceeds the available quantities.
If truly 98%, in the box, in Montana anyway, $1200 would be a BIN price.
On the internet I haven't seen that revolver offered for that price.
If truly 98%, in the box, in Montana anyway, $1200 would be a BIN price.
On the internet I haven't seen that revolver offered for that price.
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I have two 27-2 5 inch one nickel and one blue. I paid $725 for a mint unfired for the nickel 27-2 5 inch with presentation case and all the goodies and I've seen a couple sell on GB for $1200 so I guess I stole it. My 99% Blue 5 inch 27-2 I bought for $680 and I also considered that a great deal as it had no box or goodies.
That said if it's 98% pre 27 with a 5 inch barrel I don't think $800 is anyway in the ball park and maybe not even in the parking lot at the ball game. I would put the value closer to $1200 to $1500 depending on when it was built. If it's a 95% revolver with holster wear I would still put it close to $1,000.
That said if it's 98% pre 27 with a 5 inch barrel I don't think $800 is anyway in the ball park and maybe not even in the parking lot at the ball game. I would put the value closer to $1200 to $1500 depending on when it was built. If it's a 95% revolver with holster wear I would still put it close to $1,000.
I bought a 5" about a year ago with the box that I would call 98%. Got it for $1,000.00 shipped and I was very pleased to get it. It was a Gun Broker deal.
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I may have bought this one too early a month or so ago when I paid $999.99 for it. It was made in 1954, shows some holster wear, and has a couple other blemishes on it.
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I think that finding any decent S&W N frame under $1,000 is getting close to impossible. That being said, there is still the little old lady that has no idea of price that may sell you one for $800 and be glad to have it.
Obviously, where you find it makes all the difference. The gun sites and auction houses seem to get the top dollar because they reach out to the largest audience. The smaller non Internet gun shops and pawn stores probably offer the best hope. I also like the very tiny gun shows that are held at gun clubs or local halls with 25 to 50 tables. Many times I find an old timer that is looking for cash and is more interested in seeing his "babies" go to someone that will care for them rather than making a fortune.
Obviously, where you find it makes all the difference. The gun sites and auction houses seem to get the top dollar because they reach out to the largest audience. The smaller non Internet gun shops and pawn stores probably offer the best hope. I also like the very tiny gun shows that are held at gun clubs or local halls with 25 to 50 tables. Many times I find an old timer that is looking for cash and is more interested in seeing his "babies" go to someone that will care for them rather than making a fortune.
