[coltlondon]

Colt SAA Blued (Beautifully Case Hardened) .45 5 1/2 barrel >> Need help on value...

Is $1275 a fair price for an early generation three SAA .45 with a 5 1/2 barrel. The revolver comes with original box and paperwork. Only 5 rounds have been shot down range. It's been a safe queen for the most part. Sorry for the poor quality pic, but it's the only one I have. Thanks for your input!

 

[dogface6]

It's an average price.

Make certain everything mates up and is tight, overall - look at the screw holes for dishing - look at the edges for rounding and the lettering for crispness.

You should be able to run a finger across all edges and not feel any anomalies.

There are those that will say that the Third Generation guns all had problems, but early ones were pretty nice overall - at least mine are - and unfortunately, there's no serial number range that's known to be one to be wary of.

Just really 'look' at the piece, before you pull out your wallet - and you can always offer less - say somewhere around $1000 as a base point.

Good Luck!

And if you do get it - shoot it!

 

[hwjhfs]

I think the case colors are ugly. I think you can find a prettier one. Just my opinion.

 

[Monsai52]

It may have had only 5 rounds fired through it, but it has been handled quite a bit; look at the slight drag line and rotational scratches on the cylinder. I also agree that the case colours are ugly. Its an early 3rd gen. IMO generally one of the poorest quality SAAs out of the box that Colt produced. Even here in CA I'd pass unless I could get the price down under $1,000.00. Keep looking, you'll find the one that you know is right for you.

Best regards,

 

[arjay]

It's not bad looking,but since it's an early 3rd generation,I'd make sure everything functions as it should and look closely at the fit and finish.

 

[coltlondon]

Thanks for all your input. Can someone provide a manufactured date? S/N S288XXA >> Thx!!

 

[elliotf]

I believe your S/N S288XXA was manufactured in 1999. The year cylinders with removable bushing were re-introduced.

 

[coltlondon]

Thx for the quick reply elliotf!!
I'm a DA Colt guy, learning about SAAs. I believe I may pass on this piece.
Thank you ALL for your input!

 

[Colt75]

I think the case colors are ugly. I think you can find a prettier one. Just my opinion.

+1 -- unless it is just the picture quality.

 

[ussmanlovede36]

I have to agree with others the case colors are poor but then again it could be the picture. I also think the price is high.

 

[Revolver]

Coltlondon,I wouldn't consider the SAA your looking at early 3rd gen. This is an early 1978 3rd gen I picked up not to long ago for $700 in CA

 

[MARKO65]

I don't think the price he is paying is too much .... can someone please find me a 3rd gen for 1k or under ....i'd love to trade a really nice DS 3 inch for one

Marko