Value of a Three Screw

Assuming same condition what's the average value of an unconverted Ruger three screw 5 digit serial numbered revolver in these caliber's in today's marketplace?

1. 357 magnum
2. 41 magnum
3. 45 Colt

41

This should be interesting. Kinda depends on whether you're just a "shooter" or a dedicated collector of the Old Models.

Barrel length would make a big price difference. So would whether its a factory convertible, verified factory brass frame, etc.

Far too many variables in place to really give a good idea.

Way too many variables to be a fair comparison.

To those of us who collect,, the small details can be worth a lot of money. In both New Models & Old Models. But especially in the Old Models.
NIB condition or shooter grade?
OM FT or OM protected ears?
Barrel length?
Factory brass g/f or not?
Production numbers & availability?
"S", "D" marked or not?

These are just a few things that affect values.

Ok, shooter grade with the 4 5/8" barrel, standard configuration with aluminum grip frame. Non flat top.

41

In my area I would say around $475-$500 for the 357 and $700-$750 for the 41 and 45. Maybe that will open the floodgate of responses.

Robb Barnes said:

In my area . . .

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That's another determining factor.

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Ah yes, ..."In our area".......the shooter grade 357 would run around $450-500 tops, and the other two both larger caliber and harder to find I 'd go with $600-650....

If they all have the same barrel length and same wear, the 45 Colt w/one cyl will generally garner a bit higher sale price. The 357/9MM and 45/45 ACP convertible models are in a different value category of course.

However the pre 1962 357 3 screw flat top frames can approach the 45 value do to market preference, and those desiring a host gun for conversion to 44 Spl.

The 4 5/8" barrels in any caliber generally have a slightly higher resale value due to market demand.

Thanks guys about what I expected. Now are all the old model Blackhawks on the same size frame? My OM 4 5/8" serial number 59xxx in .357 magnum seems pretty trim for a 41 or 45 payload.

41

Old model 357s are on the midsized frame, nit the large frame like the 30 carbine, 41, 44 or 45.

Yours is just right to be a, wait for it, wait for it, wait, wait,= a .41spl..............

I gave $400 for a 4 5/8" OM .357. It lettered a brass frame shipped! I added the correct brass gf. Same time, I gave $700 for a .45 OM convertible. Very clean, accurate .45. I did ream the throats.