dgludwig
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I would appreciate some feedback on what would be a good (fair) price on a nib, S&W Model 617, ten shot, .22rf, s/s revolver. The one I'm looking at has the 6" barrel. Thanks for any and all inputs.
Question re Model 617
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pctech
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For what it's worth, the going price for a new one these days is $660-700.
Inspector-Callahan
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When you throw in the NIB requirement, id have to agree with the previously stated price but if you consider accepting a 98+ percent gun then you can probably find something locally around $600. I have seen a few in very recent memory priced at $600 here in the great state of PA. It depends if you need it now and if it has to be in NIB condition. You usually will pay top dollar for either.
IC
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Thanks for all the replies so far. I'm not sure which "dash" model the one I'm looking at is but it is nib and does have the internal lock. I'm mostly a Bullseye shooter and have several "vintage" revolvers (including a K-38, a Model 1955 Target and a Colt Officers Special) that I appreciate and use regularly. On a range gun, I'm not bothered by the lock so much (yes, I'd rather it not have it) but I'm too old to want to spend the next year or so looking for a non-lock Model 617 in great condition and I'd just as soon give my money to the lgs that has treated me well in the past. Anyhow, they're asking $689.99 for the revolver and I'm just trying to be sure that this price is in the realm of "the going rate". From what I've learned so far, it appears that this is a fair price. If somebody knows where I can get a Model 617 a lot cheaper, I'd be grateful to know.
dickttx
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I bought a 617-4 about 9 months ago for $625 at a Ft Worth gun show. About choked on the price then, but have not regretted it since.
dentkimterry
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I ended up buying a brand new 617 with 6" barrel. Couldn't hardly find a used one and when I did it wasn't much less than a new one!
5Wire
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I'll bet you could offset any savings in gasoline costs looking for a better price.
The 617P is another example of a gun where the demand is way ahead of the production. The Bud's price on the gun, new, posted above is less than what some of the used ones are selling for. Aside from certain cosmetic concerns, the internal lock is not a problem for a recreational firearm especially.
Smith & Wesson 617 Plus 6 in Bbl Revolver in .22, Long Rifle. Bluebook of Gun Values (32nd Edition) indicates between $326 in 95% condition and $631 in 100% condition for this gun. I have 54 recorded prices for this model gun from $350 to $760 over a period of 7 Yrs 6 Mos ending March 14, 2011. The average price as of that date was $495. No refurbs, no refinishes, regular sights. All represented as 95% or better. No distinction for engineering revision, if any, no special editions, no distinctions for box, papers, tools. Current or last MSRP is $940.
Here's how that data charts out. Keep in mind the Trendlines represent averages. Better examples of the gun would command higher prices, especially with box, papers, tools, and so forth.
The 617P is another example of a gun where the demand is way ahead of the production. The Bud's price on the gun, new, posted above is less than what some of the used ones are selling for. Aside from certain cosmetic concerns, the internal lock is not a problem for a recreational firearm especially.
Smith & Wesson 617 Plus 6 in Bbl Revolver in .22, Long Rifle. Bluebook of Gun Values (32nd Edition) indicates between $326 in 95% condition and $631 in 100% condition for this gun. I have 54 recorded prices for this model gun from $350 to $760 over a period of 7 Yrs 6 Mos ending March 14, 2011. The average price as of that date was $495. No refurbs, no refinishes, regular sights. All represented as 95% or better. No distinction for engineering revision, if any, no special editions, no distinctions for box, papers, tools. Current or last MSRP is $940.
Here's how that data charts out. Keep in mind the Trendlines represent averages. Better examples of the gun would command higher prices, especially with box, papers, tools, and so forth.
Five gun stores within 80 miles of my home stock the 617 ten shot revolver. The Lowest price was $659.95 and the highest $779.95. The other three dealers were all within $10 of $700.
As NIB used ones pop up now and again around $625 with more worn examples in the 90% range going for $550.
The quality .22 revolver is a hot item and prices reflect it.
As NIB used ones pop up now and again around $625 with more worn examples in the 90% range going for $550.
The quality .22 revolver is a hot item and prices reflect it.
Thanks for all the replies. I bought the gun (Model 617-6) yesterday for the price quoted. If I'd waited a little longer and/or looked a little harder, I'm sure I might have found the gun for less money. But I think my dealer's price was in the "ballpark" and I like to keep my dollars local when feasible.
I hope to get the gun out to the range in the next couple of days. The Hogue "Monogrip" that came with the revolver might have to be replaced as it seems to cramp my somewhat large hand. Shooting it some will allow me to get a better "handle" on the possible problem.
I hope to get the gun out to the range in the next couple of days. The Hogue "Monogrip" that came with the revolver might have to be replaced as it seems to cramp my somewhat large hand. Shooting it some will allow me to get a better "handle" on the possible problem.
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