cubrock
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TLA fanatic and all around nice guy....
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Post by cubrock on Oct 1, 2012 20:07:14 GMT -5
Early 2nt generation Colt. Started life as a .38 until Sheriff Jim Wilson had it converted to a .45 Colt.  Just wondering what that conversion would cost today?? Any guess? Off the top of my head....on top of the cost of the base gun, a 2nd Gen barrel and cylinder will run you about $500 retail, though you might find them cheaper. Add in a few hundred bucks to have a smith swap them out - assuming no major action work is involved. Would be more to get a really good smith to do it and tune everything up the way it should be. Nice, medallioned ivories will set you back $500-$600 minimum. You can sneak up on early 2nd Gen .38 Specials for $1100-$1300 from time to time. So, with enough patience, you could have a gun like that one for somewhere between $2500 and $3000, unless you get lucky on one or more of the components. |
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Post by weagle99 on Oct 2, 2012 10:19:56 GMT -5
As Jeff often says to me, "You can't pay too much - just too SOON." I often agree with that sentiment, however I don't think that really applies here. SAA values have been flat for some time based on my observations. |
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Post by Frank V on Oct 2, 2012 11:21:09 GMT -5
That one looks like it's in good shape. Is that too much money? Well a new one is going to go for at least $1400 depending on which shop you find one in. I'm not an expert, but if I wanted one, I wouldn't think that was too much. AND they aren't making 1st or 2nd Gen. Colts anymore. I think I'd bid the starting bid & see what happens. Frank |
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Post by junkman on Oct 2, 2012 18:56:14 GMT -5
I HAVE A S/A 45 MADE IN 1958 4/3/4 BRL.
FOR SALE $ 2400.00
970-216-4604
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Post by towboater on Oct 2, 2012 22:43:20 GMT -5
Good luck. I hope you find what you are lookin for.
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