Colt Official Police Value?

gearheaddad

I was just offered a Colt Official Police in 38 Special with a 6" barrel. Bakelite grips and a lanyard ring. The owner claims 1953. It is mint. As new without the box. I'd say the cylinder was almost never turned if at all. It appears unfired. Any thoughts on value based on my description?

Thanks in advance,
Ed

nmyers

Photos are usually needed to guestimate a value, but you did a great job describing it.

I would jump on it at $500, & think long & hard at $600.

Neal

gearheaddad

I understand the pictures! There was no chance of it today. He's asking $750.00 and I'm only considering it because of the condition. Truly 99%+

Herschel

I will not bother to look up production figures but this is one of the most common Colt revolvers. The 6" barrel is not so common as the 4".
The lanyard ring is very unusual. The longer barrel and lanyard ring should make it somewhat desirable to a Colt. Collector.

FUUN063

What Herschel said. Also, I would consider it as well or maybe trade something with some cash to get it. I paid about $450.00 each for the ones that I have (around ten years ago or so)and they are in similar condition with no box and same barrel length. Boxes bring a premium when found.

Leland