Classic Pistols in NEW condition value

[Widder, SASS #59054]

I lucked into a small 'estate' sale and managed to get some older pistols that are all in new condition.

 

And 2 of my friends are already wanting to buy them, but I have no idea as to their real value.

And when I say 'new', I actually mean that these pistols have no rust nor handling marks and I

was told they were 'unfired'...... of which they truly appear to be unfired.

 

Do you know the approx value on these:

 

1. Colt Combat Commander, series 70, blue, 9mm, (in original box.)

 

2. High Standard 'Trophy',   5+ inch barrel,    .22 LR. (in original box)

 

3. High Standard 'Sport King',   6+ inch barrel,   .22 LR.  (in original box)

 

4. Colt 'Huntsman',  4 inch barrel .22 LR. (in original box)

 

5.  Colt Match Target,  6+ inch barrel,  .22 LR. (this pistol has a high polish finish).  NO BOX.

 

From my examination, pretty sure all these pistol would rate at 99% or maybe even 100%.

 

Thanks for any info you might know.

 

..........Widder

 

Edited September 10, 2023 by Widder, SASS #59054

[Texas Joker]

Go to reputable auction site. Look at completed auctions for your guns. That's market right now.

 

Take guns to local gun shop and ask for an appraisal

[J-BAR #18287]

Check your library, some have a copy of Fjested's Blue Book in the reference section.  Or you might sneak a peek at a Barnes and Noble bookstore.

 

 

 

 

Edited September 10, 2023 by J-BAR #18287

[Chantry]

9 hours ago, Widder, SASS #59054 said:

I lucked into a small 'estate' sale and managed to get some older pistols that are all in new condition.

 

And 2 of my friends are already wanting to buy them, but I have no idea as to their real value.

And when I say 'new', I actually mean that these pistols have no rust nor handling marks and I

was told they were 'unfired'...... of which they truly appear to be unfired.

 

Do you know the approx value on these:

 

1. Colt Combat Commander, series 70, blue, 9mm, (in original box.)

 

2. High Standard 'Trophy',   5+ inch barrel,    .22 LR. (in original box)

 

3. High Standard 'Sport King',   6+ inch barrel,   .22 LR.  (in original box)

 

4. Colt 'Huntsman',  4 inch barrel .22 LR. (in original box)

 

5.  Colt Match Target,  6+ inch barrel,  .22 LR. (this pistol has a high polish finish).  NO BOX.

 

From my examination, pretty sure all these pistol would rate at 99% or maybe even 100%.

 

Thanks for any info you might know.

 

..........Widder

 

 

Check the auction sites

 

May also want to check Rock Island Armory, Amoskeag and Poulin as well since they tend get a fair number of higher value guns one might not see on Gunbroker and other similar sites. 

 

Personally I find the market too fluid to rely on Blue Book or other printed referencea

[Colorado Coffinmaker]

 

Part of the eventual answer lies in when the guns were originally sold.  Regardless of condition, they are now "second hand" or "used."  However, depending on just "how old" they are, they may well be worth the original MSRP or More.  Don't be afraid to hold out for "Fair Market Value."

[Rip Snorter]

Check the Colts on the Colt Forum - good folks and info.

[Wrangler Rich SASS #42157]

20% over what you paid, minimum.

 

WR

[Utah Bob #35998]

6 hours ago, Chantry said:

 

Check the auction sites

 

May also want to check Rock Island Armory, Amoskeag and Poulin as well since they tend get a fair number of higher value guns one might not see on Gunbroker and other similar sites. 

 

Personally I find the market too fluid to rely on Blue Book or other printed referencea

The market is very fluid indeed and also varies by location

[J-BAR #18287]

15 hours ago, Widder, SASS #59054 said:

I lucked into a small 'estate' sale and managed to get some older pistols that are all in new condition.

 

And 2 of my friends are already wanting to buy them, but I have no idea as to their real value.

And when I say 'new', I actually mean that these pistols have no rust nor handling marks and I

was told they were 'unfired'...... of which they truly appear to be unfired.

 

Do you know the approx value on these:

 

1. Colt Combat Commander, series 70, blue, 9mm, (in original box.)

 

2. High Standard 'Trophy',   5+ inch barrel,    .22 LR. (in original box)

 

3. High Standard 'Sport King',   6+ inch barrel,   .22 LR.  (in original box)

 

4. Colt 'Huntsman',  4 inch barrel .22 LR. (in original box)

 

5.  Colt Match Target,  6+ inch barrel,  .22 LR. (this pistol has a high polish finish).  NO BOX.

 

From my examination, pretty sure all these pistol would rate at 99% or maybe even 100%.

 

Thanks for any info you might know.

 

..........Widder

 

 

"Lucked into" tells me you got them at an attractive (to you) price.  I don't think you are under any obligation to set a price for anyone else.  If you want to entertain offers, that's your choice.  I would hang on to those fine firearms until I was offered a price I could not refuse.  Enjoy 'em while you can!

[Chickasaw Bill SASS #70001]

tell what I will do , I will give ya $100 yankee and take ya ove to get a nanner split , when ya deliver em 

 

  CB