Just trying to get an idea of what someone would pay for a 15 year old or better Smith and Wesson 9mm handgun that is in good condition..
2007-03-06 08:44:32 · 7 answers · asked by tnincy 4 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
Not really trying to sale. It was given to me about 8 years ago. And now that person is taking it back. So I am trying to figure out a fair price to offer. I have recently found out what he paid for it.Not as much as I thought.
Thanks everyone!
2007-03-07 01:15:23 · update #1
Pricing a gun is much like pricing a car; year, make, model, mileage, paint condition, rust, smoked in, am/fm cd.. etc etc. With a gun they check the condition of the bluing, the grips, if it's chromed- how much of the chrome is left. If the gun was holstered a lot, there may be wear on the muzzle that can depreciate the price. The best way to get the perfect answer is to take it to a reputable gun dealer. They can tell you how desirable that model is and a percentage of quality based on up to date price guide books, much like the blue books used in automotive sales. A good gun dealer will tell you what the gun is worth and what he is willing to pay you for it. The price he will pay you should always be 15 to 20 percent less at least. If he tells you it's worth 200 bucks and offers you 200 for it... stick your tounge out at him and leave. Hope this helps!
2007-03-07 15:45:26 · answer #1 · answered by JB 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pawn shops will you 30 to 50 cents on the dollar. If you really want to sell it, contact local gun shops that take guns on consignment. They will take a percentage of approximately 10 to 15%, but you will get top dollar for it. They will also be glad to tell you a price. You can also get the Blue Book of Gun Values if you want to look up an approx. price. The used price if in very good shape should be $300 to $450. I would not sell it by running an advertisement since you may get bad people trying to buy or steal it from you.
2007-03-06 17:37:02 · answer #2 · answered by Dale K 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you buying or selling this gun?
If you are selling, I'd try to sell to a private party before I sold to a pawn shop.
If you are buying, I'd look at the prices of other similar guns in the paper and online. That will tell you if you have a good price.
2007-03-06 17:24:09 · answer #3 · answered by nwmohunter207 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'd be willing to buy it and so would alot of other people at a fair price. You might consider www.gunbroker.com or www.gunsamerica.com to see what older models sell for.
Check with a local gun shop to see what they would pay for it before dealing with a pawn shop. They will rip you off.
Email me if you live in NC.
2007-03-06 22:39:08 · answer #4 · answered by The Big Shot 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
a pawn shop omg don't do that try a gun shop or ask around someone might give you a better price for it i would just keep it the price of guns is always going up. can i ask why you want to sell it i have always regretted when i sold one so i never sell any of my guns again
2007-03-07 07:43:17 · answer #5 · answered by chad s 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not nearly what it would be worth anywhere else, like GunBroker.com, as all pawnbrokers are notorious liars and legalized THIEVES!
NEVER deal with a pawnbroker, as they will do their level best to steal whatever you are being forced to part with, no matter WHAT it is! ! !
The only bigger thief than a pawnbroker is the operator of these "check-into-cash" rip-off joints! ! !
To see what your S&W 9mm might REALLY be worth, hit the link below in the source panel.
2007-03-06 17:01:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 1⤋
edit.
sorry i did not read the post right there would be more then one 9mm model but i would think you would get between 50 to 75 for it.
2007-03-06 16:54:08 · answer #7 · answered by jedidiaha 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋