So I wanted a Colt SAA **Updated with Grashorn's"

[Dump1567]

**update**
Just got my grips from Grashorn. Opted for no medallion, as there isn't any other silver on the gun. Still haven't shot it, but I intend to.

This also came with the Colt signed by Mr. Heston. Figured I'd put it to use.

I'm in a SAA phase right now, and didn't currently own a Colt. I've owned a few in the past, but have always foolishly gotten rid of them.
I think I picked the wrong time to want a Colt SAA, as they seem to be making very view. Also the prices are going through the roof.
I decided to make an offer on one that was on GB (also on the Colt forum). This is an NRA engraved Charlton Heston model. With the current prices as high as they are, I figured I'd get one with a little engraving and nice finish for a few $100 more than what the standard model sells for. These were engraved by Adams & Adams and finished by Turnbull.

My intent was to actually shoot it. As with most commemorative's, they don't have much collector value. But now I'm having a hard time deciding if I want to. This Charcoal finish from Turnbull is much nicer than the original pics made it seem. Even my pics below don't do it justice.

Shoot it or don't shoot it?

 

[ken158]

Tough call. You are absolutely correct that commerative guns have little extra value and only then if you find someone attached to the theme. It does make a nice display if circumstances allow you to keep it out of the safe.

 

[Dump1567]

Tough call. You are absolutely correct that commerative guns have little extra value and only then if you find someone attached to the theme. It does make a nice display if circumstances allow you to keep it out of the safe.

I currently do pull it out of the safe for display. It really is a beautiful gun.

 

[pasote]

Colt Single Action Army

I have 4 colt S

 

[pasote]

Colt Single Action Army

Sorry, my computer malfunctioned and did not post the complete reply. I have 4 Colt Single Action Armys (SSA) and I shoot all of them except the 1964 Sam Colt Sesquicentennial which was factory engraved by Colt and is 1 of 5000. At first I was planning on shooting it, but a friend of mine in the Colt Collectors Association told me that I would lose $500.00 if I shot it, so I have not shot it. (The problem is the turn rings that come when you shoot these Colts. Colt collectors hate turn rings) I have extensively shot my other three which are: (a) a 1978 3rd gen 5.5" which shot 5" left at 25 yards but shoots to point of aim after a gunsmith turned the barrel, (b) a 2nd gen 7.5" 125th anniversary Colt commemorative which had cheesy gold plating which came off easily and is not highly prized by collectors. This one shoots to point of aim at 25 yards and I have shot it a lot (no gold plating left) and (c) a 7.5" 3rd gen made in 2014 which I picked up NIB for $1600 and shoot quite a lot. It is a beautifully made revolver and shoots to point of aim at 25 yards. The 7.5" is not very popular but I like the sight picture better than the 5.5" or the 4.75". The SSA picture has clouded a lot within the last 6 months since Colt suddenly closed the custom shop, cancelled all pending orders and stopped making the SSA. At the time of this writing, there are no more Colt SSAs being made. What is out there, is out there and prices are going up. The last one I purchased for $1600 is now going for $2500 when you can find one. As far as your shooting your Colt, I would! Since it is not an official Colt commemorative, but rather, an NRA commemorative, I would shoot it and enjoy it! You might lose some money when you shoot it, but not $500.

 

[CptCurl]

I would certainly shoot it.

Nice!

Curl

 

[moosedog]

I think the tie breaker is, if your going to keep it and no plans of selling it, shoot it and enjoy it. If you plan on flipping it one day, don't shoot it.
That's a beautiful gun.

 

[moralem]

I shoot mine.......shoot yours or the guy after you will.

 

[markyboy57]

While it's true most commemorative's do not command much, if any premium over a standard gun, that is gorgeous and may be an exception!

 

[Ranger514]

Just shoot the snot out of it...or, if it bothers you so much, flip it and buy a shooter, pocketing the difference for a nice holster rig and ammo.

 

[LoboGunLeather]

I have very little use for any firearm that I cannot shoot. I own originals from the 1850's to 1950's, including Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish-American War, WW1, and WW2 pieces, all of which I shoot.

Couple of years ago I acquired an original First Generation Colt SAA Frontier Six Shooter .44-40, all original but in well worn condition. Had it completely restored in full glory color case hardening and blued steel, then took it to the range and blasted a target or two with it.

Use it. Enjoy it. Don't apologize for loving it.

 

[2152hq]

The price ("a few $100 more than the standard model sells for") already tells you how the market values the extra work on them right now.

Will it a be a high dollar collectible in the future if kept in pristine condition?,,no one can say. The track record isn't very good on most things Commemorative but you never know.
You can appreciate it for it's beauty all by yourself of course anytime,,lot's of collectors do that all the time.

Personally I'd use it and have fun with it. No need to abuse it,,just normal handling and use tend to put a nice look on engraved guns anyway IMO.

 

[Xfuzz]

This one has been on my hip the last 25 years
on opening weekend of Texas Deer season.
Shoot it.

 

[BigMuddy]

Money ain't near as important as enjoying life. Only reason for NOT shooting it would be money. Shoot that Colt.... A LOT!

Enjoy life.

Dan

 

[Birdgun]

Me, I'd shoot it. Lovely looking revolver.

God bless,
Birdgun

 

[arjay]

I'd shoot it and enjoy it.If you end up selling it at some point,it's only going to cost you a few hundred bucks.

 

[Ivan the Butcher]

If you look at old time and modern cowboys, They were rewarded with treasures for outstanding effort or performance! Winning a rodeo winner receives a real silver belt buckle with much engraving, THAT HE THEN WORE. The rescue of a West Texas mine owners daughter was rewarded with an Ivory gripped 1926 S&W with longhorn carved & ruby eyes. The old sheriff was already retired, but carried that gun to events (Think BBQ gun!)

Load that gun and carry it on occasion. Enjoy the rewards of living in America!

Ivan

 

[Dr Charlie]

I'd shoot it

 

[Goblin]

Beautiful. Be sure to clean it after you shoot it.

 

[poordevil]

Book a 2 week guided horse back Elk hunt and carry that baby every day!