Colt Officers Model

vdegrazia

September 01, 2003 10:29

I have a Colt Officers model in 38 cal. with a 6 inch barrel. Serial number 305XXX in very good condition with a very bight blue finish. It has a few spots of surface rust. I believe it is a First Model manufactued in 1908. Any Idea what it might be worth in todays market? My books are dated.
Any info as to where the best place to sell would be greatly appreciated.

Regards: Vic D vdegrazia@comcast.net

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  vdegrazia

  September 01, 2003 10:29

  I have a Colt "Officers Model" in 38 special. Serial #38xxx. The firearm is in fair condition with complete bluing but with very light rust spots but no deep pitting. Any idea as to what it may be worth? Any info greatly appreciated.
  
  Regards: Vic D

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  woodman

  September 01, 2003 10:38

  The best place? A web site called Gunbroker.com might get some response. Get some info on what it might be worth ($1200?), clean it up (but do not make the surface any worse than it is), take SHARP digital pictures, pick a reserve price if you want, post it with full description, maybe include a disclaimer for bidders to CAREFULLY CHECK WHETHER THE PRODUCT MAY BE IMPORTED INTO THEIR STATE BEFORE THEY BID (there are restrictions on interstate commerce), and watch the collectors have fun.
  
  Woodman

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  RancheroPaul

  September 01, 2003 11:11

  OOopps......
  Was looking at my .22 Caliber Serial Number charts.......According to the serial number, gun was made in 1909. You might find a good market out there IF the gun is in Good or better condition. Barrel length is critical to value, also, with the 4, 4 1/2, and 5 inch barrel guns receiving a 60% adder for value. Could Range from $550 to about $2,000, depending on condition and Buyer's desire to own. Good Luck!
  
  
  
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