Approx value, S&W 19-3?

[kludge]

What is the approximate value of a S&W 19-3... S/N 2K38xxx? And when was it made. Finish is about 80%, definitey was a duty gun, a little holster wear, a little rash on the backstrap. Sorry no photos available.

I figure $350-$400?

 

[sarge83]

I just put one in lay away 5 screw, pinned and recessed, some wear around the muzzel from carry, passed the Jim March revolver tests like a champ, really nice condition. I paid $300 out the door at the local pawn shop.

 

[Bill B.]

Finish is about 80%, definitey was a duty gun, a little holster wear, a little rash on the backstrap.

When I hear or see the 80% quote they go down to shooter status real quick. Nothing wrong with shooter grade revolvers but I would say closer to $300.00 at the most.

 

[FPrice]

S/N 2K38xxx

This would put it about 1971. I would generally agree with Bill B about the finish and value, but just as important is the mechanical condition. Many 80% guns can still be tight and shoot very well. $350-400 would be high unless you could prove some significant history.

 

[kludge]

Thanks, guys, I don't feel so bad now. Me and a buddy worked out a swap, he wanted a .40 and I had one I haven't shot for 10 years. He's real happy with the trade, but I was afraid he got the short end of the stick... I was just going by what I could see on gunbroker. I'll try to get a few pics up tonight.

This is definitely a shooting grade gun, and the trigger is quite nice, it's clean with no signs of abuse... it'll get some more use for sure.

 

[kludge]

 

[Starter52]

Pinned barrel, factory stocks.... nice.

I agree with Bill B. That gun would go for $300 around here.

 

[Old 112]

According to your pictures, that is one of the better looking "80%" 19s I have seen.

Even so, your friend did not get the short end of stick. Your end was just a little longer(IMO).

Regards
Old 112

 

[Bill B.]

that is one of the better looking "80%" 19s I have seen

I concur with that judgement! Good looking M19.

 

[elrod]

Blue Book of Gun Values, 28th ed., Fjestad,

"Model 19 .357 Combat Magnum, --80%--$245"

Blue Book is historically low on "street" values....95% is valued@ $300
I also think your gun is better than 80% (without knowing any mechanical details)