serial number help

[wschaick]

Hey guys-
Considering buying a model 36 from a co-worker. SN is - J630655. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

 

[murphydog]

Welcome! It was made in early 1977. What other information do you seek?

 

[wschaick]

Thank You

Thanks for the quick response. I do have a question if you don't mind. In your opinion, what would be a fair price - he gets a fair price and we both walk away happy. Gun is in excellent condition. Thank you

 

[MetalMan]

Welcome to the forum from central Ohio...

Photos would help, but around here and in the condition that you describe, this should fetch between $450-$500. A bit more if the package includes box and tools.

 

[murphydog]

You didn't mention if it has a 2" or 3" barrel. Depending on everyone's expectations I would guess about $400 or so, perhaps slightly less for a 3" (not that they are worse than the 2", just less in demand).

 

[Twiki357]

For the last few that I was tracking on Gunbroker, The 2”res were going for $400 +/- and 3”res for $500/$525.

 

[two-bit cowboy]

Welcome aboard from ol' Wyo.

Beyond what's already been asked, is it blue or nickel? The nickel ones seem to command a bit higher tariff.

And, does it have a round or square butt?

At that vintage the right grip should have 630655 printed on the inside. There will likely be a "J" printed there, too, but it will be larger font and not in line with the numbers.