09-11-2007, 04:38 PM | #1 |
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Uberti version of the U.S. model 1860 Army revolver in .44
What is a fair price for a used bp pistol, as described above?
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09-11-2007, 04:43 PM | #2 |
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...unless someone thinks there is a better repop version than Uberti?
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09-11-2007, 07:19 PM | #3 |
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I had some cheapo long time ago that was a bp pistol. Think i sold it for less than $100. But Uberti, I would guess maybe up to $200.
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09-11-2007, 07:32 PM | #4 |
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As a rough guide, find current new SELLING price, and try to get 60%-70% of that, probably end up letting them go at 50%-60%.
Pistols usually hold their value a little better than long guns as it's easier to judge wear and care. Harder to do with long guns so they don't hold value as well. Uberti would be among the best. Current market, selling price new is probably pretty close to MSRP. Dixie handles the Uberti's, their catalog or their web site would be a reasonable starting place. If you're selling ... don't, they/it is worth more than you'll get. If you're buying .... ENJOY!! Can't help beyond that, my references are either packed or disposed of. Good Luck! Regards, |
09-12-2007, 12:19 PM | #5 |
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I would go Uberti, Pietta or Pedersoli, in that order. Not a lot of difference in them, but the Uberti is probably the most popular, and would hold it's resale value "slightly" more. All of them are high quality reproductions.
Check Midway USA's prices before buying a new one. http://www.midwayusa.com/esearch.exe...=Search_Button
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09-12-2007, 01:23 PM | #6 |
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My uncle has one of those. I've seen 'em go as cheaply as $100 apiece.
This isn't much help, but I'm not up to speed on this sort of stuff. Sorry buddy
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09-12-2007, 03:35 PM | #7 |
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Thanks for the input all, I will pass the info on to my friend.
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09-12-2007, 04:58 PM | #8 |
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I got the Cabela's fall catalog the other day and the 1860 Army model is going for $209. However they don't say who the revolver is made by.
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09-12-2007, 05:01 PM | #9 |
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I have an 1858 Remington made by Pietta. It is very accurate, and will amaze most modern shooters on how much penetration that revolver has. I wouldn't want to be the receiving end of a ball being shot out of it.
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Pretty much the same story a the repro "Colt Single Actions". Believe it was the 3rd generation "Colt" BP revolvers that were in fact San Marcos components with a Colt quality finish and bluing job, done here in the States. Some arguments about that but the folks that claim that swear by it. No black powder Revolver can begin to compare to the Ruger Old Army of course, not for quality, reliability, accuracy or anything else I can think of exept appearance and balance. 1851 "Navy" Colts in .36 (and their copies) win the balance and pointability contest walking away. NJMHO there, pretty general agreement. Regards, |
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