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hogpops
Hi. What, if any are the differences in the cylinder locking bolt between the second and third generation colt SAA? Thanks.
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  • hogpops
    I have a Colt SAA first month of production 2nd generation, new in the box, unfired, unturned cylinder, 7 1/2" case hardned frame revolver. Whats it worth?? (.45 long Colt cal.)Original brown box and correct endpaper serial numbered to the gun. If you need more info, let me know . All paperwork in the box.

    bob levine
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  • catpealer111
    How long has it been in the family? I'd suggest not selling it.
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  • mark christian
    If it were made prior to 1899 then it is an antique, not considered to be a firearm by federal law and could be sold to anyone without restrictions (state laws vary). If that is in fact the case then selling it on auction would be a very simple matter.
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  • Wolf.
    There are no illegalities if you list the gun and handle the sale on GunBroker for your friend. However, your friend's name and all the particulars must be handled by him. Of course, you can advise, package and ship the gun, but his name, address, etc. should be on everything. A copy of his current, valid Driver License should accompany the shipment.

    As far as not getting scammed:

    Get a copy of the receiving FFL holder's license prior to shipping and check the legality of it prior to shipping.

    Be sure to get a certified bank check or postal money order(s) from the Buyer. AND BE SURE to make sure those instruments clear before making the shipment. If they are money orders, go to the post office and cash them. The PO will verify the legitimacy of the money order(s) and hand you cash immediately. I suggest you do not cash money orders at the bank for that reason....if they are bogus, the bank will come back and ding your account for it. Same for the bank check...if it is a fake, they will collect back from you on it, so make sure it clears before shipping. Talk to your bank about that.

    Shipping will cost about $70.00 by either UPS or FedEx. If you get a local FFL licensee to ship the gun for you, you may get a lower price if they handle it, because FFL holders can ship a handgun via the US Postal Service. The Buyer's FFL holder may refuse to accept a shipment from a non-licensee anyway, so you may have to use a local FFL to ship for you. In fact, I suggest you line up a FFL holder way before needed just to see what your local guys will charge for the service on your end. So, find out what it will be to ship and be sure you note that in your GunBroker listing so everyones' expectations will be concurrent.
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  • USN_Airdale
    why don't you buy it ? if i had a friend who had a rare gun and wanted to sell it i would get several estimates and give him $25.00 over any estimate.
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  • kevind6
    quote:Originally posted by hogpops
    A friend inherited a Colt SAA from his uncle that has a letter with it. It was shipped to the Philippines to the US Army in the 1880's....


    In the 1880's the Phillipines was still under Spanish control. The U.S. Army didn't occupy the island until after the Spanish/American war in 1898. You may want to verify the dates on the letter....
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  • hogpops
    It's been a few months since I looked at the gun and the letter, so I might be mistaken on the date. It also stated that it was shipped back to the Colt factory for refurbishment and I believe that was 1899. I couldn't afford to buy a gun that expensive, but it would be a good investment.

    Thanks, everyone, for the input.
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  • perry shooter
    Post some pictures here of the pistol and all paper work. The paperwork depending on who it is from COULD have a great bearing on the value of the pistol.
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  • hogpops
    Well, it's too late now. I talked to Billy this morning and he went to the local gunshow over the weekend and sold some guns. He sold the SAA for $800, Colt Bisley for $1500, Winchester '73 for $1500, and a Rossi 357 mag rifle for $400. I told him I would have purchased the SAA for $2000, and he just shrugged and said it was too late now! I'm going to ask him what others he has and make an offer, lump sum.
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  • KEVD18
    quote:Originally posted by hogpops
    SAA for $800



    ouch....
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  • countryfarmer
    If that is what he got at a gun show, he got the very low end of pricing or worse.[:(]
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