Looks honest. For $1000 you did just fine.

 

I would have bought it for that price.

 

I would have gone more, so I think you did just fine.

 

Only real problem I see is that it is not mine.

 

I think you did really well at $1000.
Clean it up some and you can flip it for more than you paid.


Or mine.

 

I got $ 1150 into my 32-20 bisley 4 3/4 with less finish and a bore that somewhat rough but shoots OK for cowboy action ( just shot it today in cowboy action). I would have been all over that for $1K. Are you planning on shooting it?

 

Excellent deal, I think it’s worth at least $1500. Probably more with today’s market.

 

Very well bought!!!!

 

You did good.

 

My two dogs just barked and growled at me. I guess they didn’t recognize me with my new green-with-envy skin tone.

 

Very well bought. I love Bisleys. Why don't they get more respect? If that was a standard single action you'd be asking if $2,000 was too much.

 

Thank you for the comments.

This one was part of the deal. It seems to be in really good condition for being a shooter.

 

Thank you for the comments.

This one was part of the deal. It seems to be in really good condition for being a shooter.


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I like it, but (no offense) I'd rather have the Bisley.

 

Looks AOK. You got a great deal!

 

Very nice Bisley. You most definitely done good here. Thanks for sharing it with us. 👍👍

 

That must have been a helluva deal to end up with those of fine looking single actions!

 

The only downside I see with your purchase of those 3 colts is that 32-20 ammunition will be the most hard to find and when you do, more expensive than either 45 colt or 44 magnum/special.

 

Great buy, in my opinion.

 

$1000 is a great price for that Bisley. There is one just like it, 5 1/2", .32-20, little to no finish, at a gun shop near me and they want $2800 for it. It has been there for a while.

 

Well done! Love the 32-20

 

I keep returning to look at the Bisley photos. It's seriously the type of gun that appeals to me, if only from a visual standpoint. This level of finish loss, which suggests that the gun was actually used for something, has been a point of interest for me as long as I can remember. While I can appreciate NIB or ANIB guns, they very seldom hold my interest. But I can look at guns like this Bisley all day long.

 

I'm right there with ya Mr. 2Dogs. I have several newer SAAs but really salivate over the old soldiers that just have ''that look''. Been used but taken care of at the same time. It's my weakness.....OH, and ice cream.

 

I took a chance with it by valuing it at $1k in a three firearm purchase including a SA 3rd Gen and an original 8”Anaconda.

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What is the third gun in the deal?

 

This guy isn't too bad on price I guess, over 800 positive feedbacks 32/20 Ammo

 

Good buy! and 32-20 is so cheap to load for, I do about 2000 each year.

 

I started reloading in the early 1980's after telling my wife it was an initial investment that would save money in the long run. She went for it and as both of us were accountants, it made sense and still does. But, it's more than that. It's an extension of the hobby, gives you great flexibility in ammo types and loads. You can get started with a single stage set up from Lee or RCBS at a reasonable price. I eventually went to a Dillon 550 when I started shooting in competition. You simply can't afford (unless you're wealthy) to buy ammo for practice and matches. Shop around for a used press, some dies and a few other items (scale, caliper, etc) and you're on your way to a lot of fun.

 

uh oh double post

 

love that t-shirt! Yes on reloading gear. I began reloading with my Dad long ago and could not shoot today if not for him showing me how affordable it can be if not getting to carried away, like I have done.