.44 Speed-Six Conversion, What's it Worth?

[andycan]

Hi All,
A friend wants to sell me his 44 Special speed six. It is in good
shape. I love the feel of this thing. Serials show it was around 1981 built.
I believe ASP did the reworking on it. I am working on posting pictures.
What should I expect to pay for it?

thanks
Andy

 

[Three50seven]

I would say that if it was done well, it would have a value slightly higher than a factory speed in the same condition. A lot of times customs don't hold a lot of extra value because people see them as a gun that someone "messed with." Personally, I think that would be awesome! I'd love to see pics!

 

[Hugh]

Welcome to the Ruger Forum.

What an interesting idea. No idea of the value. Like 357 said, sure would like to see some pics; at least one with cylinder open.

 

[COR]

This may help for those who want to see one....

http://www.rugerforum.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=106046&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=asp&start=0

 

[protoolman]

ASP's conversions were a top quality rig. In my opinion a rare and very desireable conversion. If in good shape I think it would easily be worth $750 or more to the right person. With the millions of regular models made there is no way they ruined the collector value of that one. It should be worth the cost of the conversion at least. Im betting no one here would sell a Linebaugh conversion blackhawk for less because someone "ruined" the collector value. Just my opinion.

 

[tek4260]

I am still kicking myself for passing on one for $500 a few years ago because I didn't know what it was. Don't know what it is worth, but I imagine it wouldn't last a day here in the classified section for $750 to $850.

 

[Dale53]

It seems like the cylinder walls are VERY thin?

Dale53

 

[Boxhead]

It seems like the cylinder walls are VERY thin?

Dale53

Not a whole lot required for 15 kpsi loads.

 

[andycan]

Guys I really appreciate the feedback!

I hope this Photobucket link (above) works...I snapped a few pics of this very cool gun!
Dale53, the cyclinder walls are indeed thin, and this is a comparatively light (32 oz.!) 44. With that grip, as a DA only, my guess is this will be handfull at the range. I would gravitate to a Hogue grip for comfort. But, I do like the look and feel of the stock grip.
Anyone have good sources compatible grips for round butt speed-six's?
Thanks again,
Andy

 

[tek4260]

 

[Hugh]

Very nice looking shooter.

I'm inclined to believe the configuration of the grips would be an advantage to the shooter. Just looking at where the shooter's middle finger would be in relation to the trigger guard. I would prefer that the hammer was not bobbed if I had one.