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Hey guys. I am a newbie on this site but have been amazed with all the diverse knowledge that is shared here ... ok, enough with the butt kissing, LOL.

I have run across a couple of .357's that I might pick up but want to make sure the prices are fair. I have not seen either of these guns yet but the seller states they are in good shape (I know that the condition can/will affect the value). The first is a S&W 686, 4" barrel, stainless, wooden S&W grips, no internal lock for $450. The second one is a Colt Python, 6" barrel, blued, wood colt grips for $1,000. Neither gun has box or paperwork. Fair deals or keep on looking???

Thanks for any and all input.

Prices good, not stellar. The Python is a bit much without box. The 686 is righ on target.

686 is a good deal for around here, no internal lock and stainless. I would pick it up if local. The python is a little to much without the box. I'm thinking $800-$900.

right on

I collect Pythons and would have to say you are probably going to be hard pressed to find a Python in good condition for under $1000. As long as there isn't a bunch of bluing wear you will be fine. Check the serial # if it is an early one you will be even better off.

I agree. Python is pricey, 686 is fairly priced. Make an offer. Offer....say.....$1200 cash for both. A lot of times it works.

I just sold a no box Python for $1,200.00.It was in good shape,but thats what they bring around here.

Good price on the 686 if the condition is very good. The 4" may not be the most desirable length, but $450 is a decent around here.

Ditto.

I wonder if the 686 is a 7 shot? If it was, and in good condition, I'd snap it up so fast.......



Casey

Thanks for all the help guys. I am going to look at them tomorrow and see how it pans out.

Jesse, what kind of serial number range would I be looking for to know if it was an early serial number? Is there a place to check the serial number to get an age on the Python or do I have to call Colt?

Thanks again for all the help.

Any other ideas, suggestions, thoughts?

The most collectible are the ones that don't have any letters in the serial #. Also if it has full checkered grips it would be an real early one (like in the 50's). I am sure there are several places on line that you can look the serial numbers up on. If not send me a message and I have a book that tells.

Bring cash. Money talks and BS walks, as the man says... In today's economy a stack of C-notes carries a lot of weight in any gun deal.