If it is used that sounds high. Those go for around $500 + around here. As to how desirable, it is too much gun in .357 for me and you need to be very careful what kind of ammo you use. All lead bullets, either in .38 or .357, will "pull" (jump crimp) on recoil and lock up the gun. My preference is to J's in .38 only, but just my opinion.