Curious about a trade...

A thing is only as valuable as you or someone else willing to pay for it offers. If you don't value it enough to keep it, then it's just a tool that can be sold or traded for a more valuable tool.

Sentiment is a personal thing...often not capable of being created by the influence of others.

Sell it.
 
Why not use the issued 686 until you have money for a carry? You don't have to get a Sig you know. Ruger SR9cs are $398 on Buds. Put away $50 every two weeks and in 4 months you'll have enough to get a good carry auto, the above, trade-in Glock, etc. 4 months seems like a long time, but it really isn't, and it's not like the 686 is a bad gun.
 
Consider if you will miss your gun. If you even think you will miss it a little, keep it. You will miss it like crazy down the road.
I speak from experience. Surely, you can come with the money for a used Sig during the next 6 mos.
 
I have no issue using the 686 that the company issues. I wanted something I could use for CCW while off duty since I return the gun after I'm done at work. And since I could use my own weapon at work, I figured it could double for both.

Dad himself gave the green light and was all for swapping for something I could use more. He pointed out he liked shooting the rifles better, and I could take them hunting. I love shooting the handgun, but I don't like having it sitting doing nothing.

However... I'm putting this on the backburner for now since I'm working with my CO to get a deployment ASAP. Unless he tells me I won't be able to for another few months I'll be holding onto it. By the time I get back I should be able to buy myself a second handgun without wrecking my back account.
 
Consider the following: the 686 your employer may issue is a fine gun to use while at work. For something to use as an off duty CCW, consider a S&W J-Frame Airweight in .38 Special. These are excellent guns that are quite easy to carry concealed and they're not particularly expensive (a standard 637, 638, or 642 can usually be found new for around $400). Also, your CCW gun will have exactly the same manual of arms as your work/duty gun which will simplify your training.

Personally, I would also be very hesitant to sell a gun that was given to me by my dad or any other family member, but not everyone is as sentimental about such things as I am. If you are going to sell the gun, either selling it to a private individual or selling it on consignment through an FFL are probably the two options that will allow you to get top dollar.
 
I agree with Webley, the companies 686 should be very familiar to you. Also a S&W 637, 638, or 642 at budsgunshop.com can be had at around $380. I had a 642 Airweight for a short time and it was surprisingly accurate. BTW, don't sell a gift from your dad! Trust me, you will end up regretting it. Hang on to it, enjoy it, and keep it to give your child.
 
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Trade it within the forum members and get a better value

Needless to say, like nearly everybody else here, my recommendation is to keep the wheelgun you have, and save up for another one later. You won't regret keeping it, but the odds are high that you'll regret it much more if you were to trade it off.
If you absolutly must trade it, think of trying it this way....
Post the trade you're looking for in the classifieds here, you might find another member that has a gun you'll like, and they'll trade you directly. If they're in your home state all the better. If the trade is from out of state it requires shipping thru an FFL. If you find a trade deal work out the transfer details thru your FFL and his FFL. You'll be out a few bucks for the transfer, but it beats giving up 50-60% of the value to a gun shop or a pawn shop.

There are many members that would never consider trading for a gun sight unseen, but you can send pics thru e-mail or US post if your'e not in a hurry.
The classifieds here will give you an idea of what may be available to you in trade. I've made a few trade deals thru another forum but I've been satisfied both times. Just remember, Buyer beware. Ask lots of questions before you lock down the deal and get a feel for the other parties attitudes and responses.
Trading a gun is much like selling one, but with a little trust shared between members. Look up the member and some of their threads and posts, and see if he has a good rep or not.
Best wishes,
Gearchecker
 
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Revolvers just aren't that expensive, and if you have a deployment coming up, you'll have tax-free income with no easy way to spend it. In other words, I'd hold onto the 686, and just buy a used 3" K or similar once the spare cash was on hand. (Assuming you want to stick with a revolver for CCW.)

Otherwise, there are plenty of good buys in semi-autos in the $400-500 range.
 
I actually wanted a semi-auto for CCW. I have a general preference for semis because I'm much more familiar with them from training, and they suit me better. Personally I'm partial to HKs, Sigs, and the M&P series. They've all shot quite well for me and were very comfortable. The M&Ps are the most affordable of all of them. I also remember shooting my uncle's 1911 very fondly, but it's been a while so I'd have to shoot another again to really judge that.

That's not to say I dislike revolvers, I'm just more familiar and comfortable with semis. I can reload a mag faster than I can use a speedloader, carry an extra mag or two easier, and am trained more on semis. I will give credit to revolvers in ease of use as well as reliability. If one chamber fails to fire squeeze the trigger again. Jams are rare unless the timing is out or it's just so dirty that it's binding up.

I'm not planning on selling or trading anytime soon now. I already asked my XO about shipping out, and we'll be discussing it next weekend. No sense in trying to get a new gun if it won't be used.
 
Keep that gun !!!!

Keep that gun!!
the gun tou want for cc can be had through other means,Save for it, around here most shops have a law away plan.Keep that gun!!
Maybe you hjave something else to trade.Keep that gun!!
Maybe depending on your skilset you can barter work or services towards the price of another gun.Keep that gun!!
At any rate IMO the new gun will NEVER be an heirloom from your father.Keep that gun!!
I am one of many that wish i had the first gun my dad shot with me.
Keep that gun!!
There is only one of them DO NOT let it get away until the time comes to pass it to the next generation.
 
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