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Ruckin69
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I need to sell a Colt SAA in .357 Magnum. It is a 1st generation, made in 1938. The serial number is correct, except for the grips. It has the correct grips, but they are not numbered to the gun. I cannot find any reference to tell me it's value. I understand the .357s are rare, but the Blue Book does not mention them specfically.
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Thanks for your input.
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Many Thanks
Dave
Serial #49xxxF condition 75%
Manufactured in 1959
Guncontrol-The ability to hit what your aiming at.
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If all the numbers match, barrel markings are clear and has a good, tight action, probably in the $1,200-$1,500 range.
they were made with 3 1/2, 4 1/2 , 5 1/2 and 6 1/2" barrels
on top of the barrell is marked "ADDRESS......NEW YORK...." or "....HARTFORD..." or "...LONDON..."
the 1862 pocket pistol of navy is essentially the same gun but with a solid cylinder that was roll marked "engraved".
the 1849 pistols had a solid cylinder as well, but a hexagonal barrel in 3, 4, 5, or 6"
tom
How will I know if they are matching numbers? Where are they located?
Bottom of the frame, bottom of the trigger guard, bottom of the barrel (those all match according to your pics), bottom of the butt, cylinder, barrel wedge, the arbor (the horizontal post that holds the cylinder on) and possibly (but not necessarily) the top of the loading lever when pulled down.
Thanks for all your help!
Thanks