List 5 handguns that are overpriced and 5 that are underpriced.

[DAL]

Since my experience is somewhat limited, and the ground rules you laid out said to only list what I actually have experience with, my lists will be short.

UNDERPRICED:
1) Makarov: Not a great caliber, and the ergonomics stink, but it is well made.

2)CZ75BD (9mm): A fantastic value for a full-size gun. Accurate, reliable, and good ergonomics.


OVERPRICED:
1) Colt Python: I'm glad I bought mine new for about $450 back in 1987. It's a sweet gun, but definitely not worth $750+. This is a case of a reputation building to mythic proportions.

2)Kahr MK40: Accurate, but heavy. I sold mine.


PRICED ABOUT RIGHT:
1)S&W 642: A great little carry revolver. It conceals when nothing else will.

2)Glock 26: No, I don't mean new; I bought mine used (barely) for $399. They go for $509 new here, which is a bit high.

3)S&W 617 (10 shot): Yeah, it's expensive, but it's worth it. I haven't ever found a gun that is as much fun to shoot.
DAL

 

[YodaVader]

The Glocks come to mind first and foremost in regards to overpriced: Plastic , stamped steel and generous tolerances all add up to a gun that is extremely cheap to produce but is sold at a very high cost to the consumer.

As far as underpriced? Maybe a good used K or L frame Smith 357. Fantastic creep-free single action triggers , fairly smooth double actions and the ability to digest a wide range of power loadings reliably and accurately. A good K or L frame is easily capable of grouping an inch or better at 25 yards.

 

[arinvolvo]

Underpriced
-Steyr M Series ~$340


Overpriced
-Steyr AUG .223 ~$11,000

 

[arinvolvo]

Underpriced
-Steyr M Series ~$340


Overpriced
-Steyr AUG .223 ~$11,000

 

[ahadams]

overpriced:
every one of those collector's pieces with all that gold and fancy engraving you see advertised in the magazines for Big Buck$, even though no one in their right mind would actually carry one for fear of scratching the stupid thing.

underpriced: huh? with the way prices have climbed in the last decade what's underpriced?

 

[Kframe]

Overpriced:
Colt AR-15's. They're great, love 'em, but $1000 is too much.
ANYTHING "pre-ban", or "tactical".

Underpriced: Ruger .22 pistols.

-Kframe

 

[Bob C]

To comment on two of the most mentioned over- priced and under-priced models:

Yesterday I fired about 100 rounds each through a CZ40B and and H&K USP Compact, also in .40 S&W.

I like the CZ40B, but in my humble opinion the H&K offers better workmanship overall, a better trigger, and a better finish.

 

[Tim]

They are ALL over priced!

 

[WhoKnowsWho]

Very similar lists between everyone here, and I just about agree with it all so I am not going to bother listing and trying to remember prices and such.