Which revolver would you buy?

[m41]

This may need to be in another place but I have sold a few guns and was wondering if anyone had between $1000.-$1500 to spend on a revolver which one would it be. It doesn't have to cost this much, but I don't want a safe queen but one that will retain its value and be a great shooter. I am not planning on using it for concealed carry.

 

[nipster]

Probably a Python if I could get one for that.

Just to say I owned one.

 

[STCM(SW)]

Probably a Python if I could get one for that.

Just to say I owned one.

But have a 6" Python.....

 

[arjay]

An early python,a 4 or 5 screw pre 29,a pre series 70 colt government,this list could go on forever.

 

[pineappleshooter]

Colt Magnum Carry or Special Lady. Both hold value and are going up as we speak.

 

[smokey]

I never go in search of a certain gun, it's a sure way to over pay, instead i gust go looking and see what interesting turns up.

 

[crofoot629]

I'd Buy high condition even if it were a shooter.
I think you can usually keep a 98-95% gun in that condition as long as you don't holster it and wipe it down with Hoppes #9.

So a K22 first Model. Or K22 3rd Model, or a Heavy Duty would be high on my list.

I had a 98% K22 that I shot a bit without degrading it's condition. Don't clean the bore too much or you will accidently put more wear on it than shooting it.

I'd definately be a condition shopper if I had $1000-$1500 to spend.
You get a shooter and a collector all at once. Always buy "condition" is my way of thinking.

Emory

 

[galena]

Colt SAA in .32-20, 4 3/4" barrel. Keep shootin'

 

[Avery11]

If you want a shooter which doubles as an investment then don't buy just one gun.

Although higher value guns are nice, when you get into the 1K and above mark you move into a smaller demographic of potential buyers.

I would find something I could use and that I KNOW will increase in value.

Ammo prices and availability WILL continue to rise and many guns can be fad-ish. One gun I would bank on as a very solid investment is a model 617 no dash or a pre lock version with the 10 shot cylinder in steel. The 4" guns seem to always bring more money at auction but I would take a 6" too.

For $1500 you should absolutely be able to buy a 4" and a 6" LNIB. You can shoot them till the cows come home and if you ever NEED to sell them, they will bring top dollar and be gone as fast as you can list them.

Of course, we all have a wish list but I believe you were asking about gun you will enjoy while investing your money wisely. I think the 617 fits that description perfectly.

Be sure to let us know what you decide.

A.

 

[Black Knight]

Since I already have 2 Pythons it would be a toss up between a Colt SAA in 45 Colt, S&W model 27, or a S&W model 29 (the 27 and 29 would have to be pre-lock).

 

[weatherby]

Model 28's model 17's model 48's model 57's I know you'll like that one
model 58's model 18's about any 4 or 5 screw one need more?

 

[cornfed83]

I'm a big fan of the 627-0, .357, 5.5 inch barrel, full lug, unfluted cylinder, and the only stainless gun that Smith made with a checkered topstrap. Great range gun, drives tacks, gets plenty of looks at the range, all stainless so its easy to maintain, and they only made about 5000 of them so value keeps going up.

I don't plan on ever getting rid of mine.

P.S. It is a model of 1989 so its all pre-lock/MIM. Nothing but quality.

 

[Frank46]

Well I like to spend other folks money almost as I like spending mine. So here is my.02cents worth. Seeing how you like revolvers with the caliber that starts with 4, here we go, 2403 Lew Horton gun blued 44 special, and if you still have some money left over another 24-4 with the 4" bbl.I have one and some of the members here have multiples. And if you really want the set, get the 24-6 with the 6.5 inch long bbl. See how it worked out?. You now are stone broke but you now have the complete set 3", 4", 6.5" and they will slowly be going up in value. What better deal could you ask for? Frank

 

[chud333]

IMHO I would purchase a NIB early K-22 if one could be located
for sale. That or a 3 1/2" 27-2 to go with my other one. So i'd have
a matching pair.


Chuck

 

[fyimo]

I'd get a Model 27-2 with 5 inch barrel as they are beautiful revolvers, great shooters, and have great balance.

 

[JBnTx]

I'd get a Model 27-2 with 5 inch barrel as they are beautiful revolvers, great shooters, and have great balance.

I agree!

A model 27-2, blue with a 5 inch barrel.
Even a 4 inch barrel would do just as well.

 

[murphydog]

To me, a decision like this is highly personal. What do you like caliber- and size-wise, and do you have a priority between shooting or collecting? New or used?

 

[sarge1967]

Personally I would pick up any of these:
686 SSR
627 Performance Center
29 or 629 Mountain Gun
Model 57 in 6 inch
325 Thunder Ranch

 

[David Sinko]

I'd go with S&W, definitely pre-lock. I would not hesitate to buy used, as long as it's in good condition. Then it would be sent to one of the better gunsmiths in the country for custom work. Some cartridges like .45 Colt are candidates for a caliber conversion, where there is perfect control of the chamber, cylinder throat and bore dimensions. A good solid six shot .357 can be obtained for a reasonable price and then converted to a bigger bore with proper dimensions.

Dave Sinko

 

[Invictus357]

A Dan Wesson 715.

But it never ends does it?

I also want a Colt Anaconda and Python some day.

Out of all 3 of those I'd pick the 715 first.