Too rich for me

[Richard Simmons]

Ran across a 29-2 yesterday. Blued, N prefix, TT/TH with 8 3/8" bbl and correct target stocks. Seemed fine mechanically and finish was in the high 90% and original with following exceptions. All lettering was gold filled someone had very nicely engraved a previous owners initials on the right side plate.

I'm thinking a gift for someone at some point. Would still make a fine shooter but the $999.99 tag price just seemed too high to me for what it is.

 

[Jtown]

I agree to high a price. The gold fill and initials do not make it more valuable for me. About $600 to $700 sounds better.
Walt

 

[murphydog]

As you describe it the package would be worth about $1K, minus the engraved initials (unless they happen to be RS ). The gold filling in the stampings will probably come off easily.

 

[s&wchad]

If the previous owner was notable or famous, the initials could actually increase the value. Otherwise, not so much.

I had an Oberndorf Mauser with the initials "E. C." nicely inlayed into the stock with ivory. I told people it was the gun Eric Clapton used to shoot the sheriff!

 

[jimbo728]

If the previous owner was notable or famous, the initials could actually increase the value. Otherwise, not so much.

I had an Oberndorf Mauser with the initials "E. C." nicely inlayed into the stock with ivory. I told people it was the gun Eric Clapton used to shoot the sheriff!

So far today thats been my best laugh. E.C.
That`s what I call quick thinking.

On topic, the revolver is probably an $800 gun in good condition.
Jim

 

[ditrina]

If the previous owner was notable or famous, the initials could actually increase the value. Otherwise, not so much.

I had an Oberndorf Mauser with the initials "E. C." nicely inlayed into the stock with ivory. I told people it was the gun Eric Clapton used to shoot the sheriff!

You little devil you!!

 

[ABPOS]

But you did not shoot the deputy.

 

[shakyshoot]

Bob Marley was the the one who "Shot the Sheriff" E.C only re-told the tale.
I saw a nice 19-3 that had gold on all the lettering. It actually looked pretty nice, but yeah, I would think it would reduce the value. The LGS didn't think so though. They had $1399 on it.

 

[H Richard]

That gold fill can be removed with acetone without hurting any bluing. Was a popular "enhancement" in the 50's.

 

[Richard Simmons]

Thanks to for the replies, well most of them anyway. I'll see if it's still available and might tender an offer.

 

[steelslaver]

I don't get why people engrave initials or the like on the sides of guns. Maybe on the grip frame under the stocks if you "just have too" Saw a nice model 10the other day. Except for the electro pencil initials on the side. All I know is some MEH is an idiot.

 

[THE PILGRIM]

Won't usually even consider a gun with initials.
It would have to be a very unusual rare piece.
A lot rarer than a 29-2!

 

[Camster]

If the initials don't bother you as it's next owner,fine, but for someone else, it's not worthy of being gift material.
Gifts shouldn't have a distraction attached to them, or need an explanation.

 

[old bear]

"All I know is some MEH is an idiot."

Sir, perhaps in 2018 MEH is an idiot, but remember that starting in the 70's most police departments, Strongly, suggested that all property, of value, be marked in some unique way. This helped prevent theft and would allow the property to be returned to the owner if ever recovered.

 

[Jim NNN]

Change your name to match the initials!!

 

[Richard Simmons]

Well my offer wasn't well received so this one isn't coming home with me. I asked for the barebones, cash money, take it home today price and was told $925. I countered with $650 and was immediately informed the gun was worth $1,300-$1,500 on Gunbroker.

Told him good luck with that and left. Yes there are 29-2's that have sold at those prices however they are/were NIB or LNIB with presentation case, tools, etc. The comps I found (gun only and in better condition without the engraved initials) both sold with over a dozen bids for under $800.

I probably insulted the guy and that was not my intention but if it's worth that much on Gunbroker than list it on Gunbroker. I had expected to come up from my initial counter however it was readily apparent I was seeing the gun for what it was and he was seeing for what it wasn't. It happens.