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Kart Conversion

extractorextractor Member Posts: 2 ✭✭
edited November 2003 in Ask the Experts
I have the chance to purchase an early (1970's)original Fred Kart 22 conversion on a Colt frame. I was told that Fred Kart built the entire gun - not just the top end. It comes with two magazines and is in OK condition. It has not been modified for a red dot. Have the Karts gone from shooter status to collectors status? What is a "fair" price to pay for this pistol. I know that these pistols can be troublesome. I am not interested in shooting it as I have a Hammerli 208 for that purpose.

Thanks a lot to all who reply.
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  • TOMBECKTOMBECK Member Posts: 64 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Kart units vary from $450 to $700 depending on where you find them. Complete pistols- add for frame and quality of work? Kart did make a few units using his own frame (guess 30 or less) but most I have seen are on a pre 70 Colt frame with "Kart" stamped on frame. They are more collector than shooter these days, but are good shooters. An "OK" condition would affect value as in any piece. Would be interested in more details. TOMBECK@NUVOX.NET
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  • bobskibobski Member Posts: 17,866 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    dont pass it up. keep it and shoot it if you need x's. if youre looking to make money, buy low and sell reeeeal high!
    Retired Naval Aviation
    Former Member U.S. Navy Shooting Team
    Former NSSA All American
    Navy Distinguished Pistol Shot
    MO, CT, VA.
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  • The firearms consultantThe firearms consultant Member Posts: 716 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I also have a KART conversion that I am trying to establish a value for. Its in very good shape with four mags. John

    I might not always tell you the truth, but I will never lie to you!
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  • bobskibobski Member Posts: 17,866 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    4 to 500.00 just for the upper with one mag. each mag is worth 50.00.

    former air operations officer SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team 2. former navy skeet team, navy rifle/pistol team member. co-owner skeetmaster tubes inc.. owner/operator professional shooting instruction.
    Retired Naval Aviation
    Former Member U.S. Navy Shooting Team
    Former NSSA All American
    Navy Distinguished Pistol Shot
    MO, CT, VA.
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