Price check - S&W Model 1917

[EddieCoyle]

I have a chance to buy a S&W Model 1917 in excellent condition - all original, with 20 moon clips and a small quantity of ammo for $550.

Good deal, or not?

 

[Catshooter]

Eddie,

That would be $50 to $75 high here.

On the other hand, as they say, they ain't makin' 'em anymore either.


Cat

 

[bpisler]

I've seen them on auction go for 350
to 600 dollars,depending on the
condition.I would say that it's a
pretty good deal.

 

[XavierBreath]

If it has the Brazillian 1937 crest on the side, the price is a bit high, by about $200.

If it is a US Property marked 1917, then the price is right. I would advise you to obtain a copy of SCS&W to get an idea of the proper military markings. You can also compare markings here. Fakes are out there.

If there is an S&W emblem on the sideplate, along with an S serial prefix, then it is a postwar commercial gun, and is actually worth more than the military version. $550 would be a steal on such a gun in excellent condition.

The prices these revolvers command are on the upswing.

 

[JoeHatley]

Prices for 1917's can be all over the place. I paid $300 for this commercial model, abot 4 years ago.



It's had a matt finish re-blue, but is is good shape other wise. Nicely accurate with some cast bullet reloads.

Joe