While not enhancing the value, it certainly doesn't hurt the value to most of us, as long as it is kept in good shape. Good buy. I ran across a used one and it was over $400 at a gunshow but already have one, so passed... I do agree that all guns (yes, all) are made to be shot. Otherwise just make them out of plastic and display 'em . FWIW, on Saturday I put another 80 balls down range with my tuned (From Munden Enterprises) 5 1/2" Fixed Sighted SS OA. It will get it's barrel turned as it shoot a bit to the left. While it is the 'rarest' of the Old Army revolvers (I did buy it unfired with box and papers), I still shoot it and keep it 'clean'.On the contrary - it was made to shoot, so actually using it for its intended purpose enhances its value in my opinion.
Anyway, Let us know how it shoots! It's a beauty!
As a side note I tried some RWS #11 caps. Did not like them as I had a couple 'piffs' and they tied up the cylinder way more than the CCI #11s ever do/did.
Oh, I did shoot a NIB 1851 Navy Colt .44 also Saturday, but it shot 4" high at 10Y even with a fine bead . Needs a taller front post. Until I figure something out with it, it will have to stay home as a display piece.
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