S&W revoler value

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Hello everyone.I'm new to this site and have a few questions. 7 years ago I bought a handgun (S&W .357) to hunt and shoot targets with some friends. Now 7 yrs later I have only shot about 20 rounds thru it. I have more fun with my ruger semi-auto 22. So I want to sell the .357. Problem is I have no idea of the value, and I don't want to get ripped off. Can anyone give me a ballpark figuire, (high and low book). It is a S&W .357 mag. Model 28-2, 4" barrel, blued finish, wood grips and leather holster.
I think this model was built on the heavier frame, but really don't know much about it. Any help would be great, Thanks
 
Depending on condition and whether it has the "box & docs", a 28-2 sells around here for ~$250ish for a well-used-but-mechanically-sound example sans box & docs to $375+ for a 95%+ gun w/box & docs.
 
It is in the original box with all the info on the end label, there is also a piece of paper,(Can't remember what it says) and a small white cloth, and the holster. Don't know what it would be rated. But thanks for the info.
 
If you just have to dispose of it, I'd go $75. :D :D :D

Seriously, see the other posts. Don't take less. ;)

Put an ad up in the "handguns for sale' forum, preferably with a decent pic. It will be gone in a day, trust me. :eek: But if I were you, (or you were me), I'd :p keep it.

To get very precise, the M28 was a "low-end" version of the M27. The only real difference was the finish. M28's (or the Highwaypatrolman) were a less expensive version of the M27. The finish of the M27 being the prized gloss-blue that S&W had a reputation for. The M28 is the same stinking gun, in all the 'real' ways. The internals are the same, generally of the same quality. Only the exterior was a bit less 'fancy'. To those who know, and look for 'shooters', the 28 is a quality gun. You need to shoot it more, and play with it. You will not find a better gun for what you undoubtedly paid.
 
S&W M28 Pricing

I just bought one a week and a half ago for $300.00 @ 98% condition. It'll fire the magnums all day long as it is actually a .44 mag platform ( correct me here if I'm wrong folks) and looks it. But, it's still a classic even without the shiny blue. You'll WANT to shoot it too. Enjoy!
 
I have an exemplar of the very same piece myself, and won't part with it. It's rugged beyond contention, very comfortable to shoot with even the hottest charges of 357 Magnum down to the mildest 38 Spl WCs and quite a looker - for me, anyway.

I use mine as my top-end revolver platform for sporting uses (IPSC/IDPA/Steel Challenge/plinking). As it is quite heavy and large as-is, I figured that it would be easier to go down the scale than up in a pinch. OTOH, I also enjoy shooting my Colt DS and Cobra, so to each its own.

If I may be so bold to suggest, why don't you keep it? The 28's a classic in its own right, not to mention a veritable battleship of a gun. With a modicum of maintenance, it will probably last a lifetime plus 6 months. Besides, if you sell it -especially such a perfect specimen as per your description-, you will be hard pressed to find another 28 in a comparable condition.

FWIW, I wouldn't sell it if I were you!

Regards,
 
It's an "N-Frame" S&W and very heavy duty. You won't find a better 357, and, as you might have noticed, the value is very dependent upon age, condition, and location.

If you supply the first part of the serial number, we can let you know how old it is (for example, my 28-2, SN S43XXX, was made in 1961). With the box and all accessories, it's possible that you could do better in price if you sell it to a S&W collector.

I second the suggestion to just keep it.
 
In Kalifornia, a sharp used model 28 would easily get $500 or more. They are uch superior guns (compared to the junk SW makes now) I would never sell it.
 
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I wish I had that gun. But if you want to dispose of it, maybe get something in stainless steel. If you think you would just shoot mostly plinking and 38's for pleasure, with magnum capability just for serious work, why burden yourself with the extra weight? Maybe downsize to a model 66 K frame in stainless. That is a 38 cal. size frame. You can shoot magnums from it but lots of magnum equals more wear on the smaller gun. But the handling qualities of the smaller gun appeal to me for GP type stuff. Save the big frame for 44's. Unless you have to carry on the hip for security purposes or something. ANd the extra weight still might get you down after awhile.
 
I've got a beater 28 that I use as a load-proof gun, and a boonie packer. It's exterior is bad, but it functions perfectly. One of these days, when I get around to it, I'll have it refinished and put a shorter barrel on it, and use it for a combat gun. ;)
 
Bought a, like new, 28-2 18 months ago($250.00). The guy told me he didn't shoot it much because it was so inaccurate. The barrel was loose. Shoots fine now! It was part of a 13 gun collection being sold. I bought 12 of them. Can I mention the Winchester 92 I bought from him. $200.00, been offered $1500.00. :)
 
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