S&w victory confusion
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Grayfox
Professional
If the serial number starts with a "V", its a victory model. Otherwise its an old Military and Police Model of 1905. In that case the nickel finish may be original. Check the sides of the grip frame and underside of the barrel for a "N" marking indicating a factory nickel finish.
Its definitely not original. Nickle with gold accents were fairly popular in the 60s into the 70s. In the current market, it hurts the value a lot.
JMHO, I'd guess about $400 tops. Personally, I'd pass.
Its definitely not original. Nickle with gold accents were fairly popular in the 60s into the 70s. In the current market, it hurts the value a lot.
JMHO, I'd guess about $400 tops. Personally, I'd pass.
BassCliff
Hellcat
Hi,
Welcome to the forum from the Wild Wild Upper Midwest!
Yes, some folks like aftermarket parts. For collectors, however, it hurts the resale value. But I think it looks pretty cool. I like the grips on it too. Are the grip panels wood or ploymer? I'd say Mr. @Grayfox is pretty close with his $400 value. Buy it for less if you can.
Edit: I did a quick look around on gunbroker.com. Depending on barrel length, the "Victory" models are listed between $250 and $800.
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
Welcome to the forum from the Wild Wild Upper Midwest!
Yes, some folks like aftermarket parts. For collectors, however, it hurts the resale value. But I think it looks pretty cool. I like the grips on it too. Are the grip panels wood or ploymer? I'd say Mr. @Grayfox is pretty close with his $400 value. Buy it for less if you can.
Edit: I did a quick look around on gunbroker.com. Depending on barrel length, the "Victory" models are listed between $250 and $800.
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
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Retired Bum
Master Class
The absolute maximum that I would give would be $400, if I were in love with the gun. As a bit of a S&W collector and 60 year shooter, I believe the price should be $300-350. It looks like a gun that likely came out of Mexico. Just my opinion.
Hi,
Plastic grips
Welcome to the forum from the Wild Wild Upper Midwest!
Yes, some folks like aftermarket parts. For collectors, however, it hurts the resale value. But I think it looks pretty cool. I like the grips on it too. Are the grip panels wood or ploymer? I'd say Mr. @Grayfox is pretty close with his $400 value. Buy it for less if you can.
Edit: I did a quick look around on gunbroker.com. Depending on barrel length, the "Victory" models are listed between $250 and $800.
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
Grayfox
Professional
I may be mistaken but, I believe those are a set of Rogers grips from the 60s-70s and are made of Bakelite. These were quite popular with LEOs back then.
Grayfox
Professional
A different time and people had different views and values. Back in the day, customizing cheap mil-surps was a popular thing. Look at all the mil-surp rifles that got sporterized.