Bad Barlow
Blackhawk
How can this seller expect to get $1050 for this, is it some kind of Unicorn?
Is there something special about this?
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It's the only one the seller has, so it's rare.
GunnyGene
Hawkeye
It's the gun Clyde Barrow used to assassinate Abe Lincoln.
That appears to be the KMK514. They're one of the more scarce configurations of the MKII.
It's a Target model with adjustable sights, and what I think of as a "heavy tapered" 5-1/4 barrel. It's a nice package, splitting the weight/balance difference between a 4-3/4" standard "pencil barrel," and the 5-1/2" bull barrel.
If one isn't familiar with the various MKII models, it would be easy to mistake it for a 4-3/4" pencil barrel- even if one had noticed the fully adjustable rear sight. An aftermarket supplier used to sell fully adjustable rear sights that you could add to a standard model, further muddying the waters.
Many like the way the 514 models "point," myself included. It's one of my favorite MKII configurations. I think the 4" bull barrel might edge it out as my favorite, but they're both very handy and "pointable."
It's a somewhat scarce model, and desirable to some. I looked through 135 GunBroker listings for MKIIs this morning, and didn't find any other MKII models with this barrel.
Still, I think the seller is rather "optimistic" in their pricing.
It's a Target model with adjustable sights, and what I think of as a "heavy tapered" 5-1/4 barrel. It's a nice package, splitting the weight/balance difference between a 4-3/4" standard "pencil barrel," and the 5-1/2" bull barrel.
If one isn't familiar with the various MKII models, it would be easy to mistake it for a 4-3/4" pencil barrel- even if one had noticed the fully adjustable rear sight. An aftermarket supplier used to sell fully adjustable rear sights that you could add to a standard model, further muddying the waters.
Many like the way the 514 models "point," myself included. It's one of my favorite MKII configurations. I think the 4" bull barrel might edge it out as my favorite, but they're both very handy and "pointable."
It's a somewhat scarce model, and desirable to some. I looked through 135 GunBroker listings for MKIIs this morning, and didn't find any other MKII models with this barrel.
Still, I think the seller is rather "optimistic" in their pricing.
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Crossman based their model MK II on it.
contender
Ruger Guru
As noted by Uncle Howie,, a rarer configuration because of the barrel length. But still not worth as much as the seller would like to get.
You don't often see any of the 514 models for sale so they're commonly priced a bit high. This might be somewhat above the norm but it is arguably the most desirable model. theoddduckgunshop usually has high quality "collector" firearms at boutique prices.
Busterswoodshop
Buckeye
Just like selling used cars.
You can put any price on any car and eventually someone will buy it.
There is an ass for every seat.
You can put any price on any car and eventually someone will buy it.
There is an ass for every seat.
I suppose it's like a 50's Bel Air in average condition.
I've got one around here somewhere. I also have the pump, revolver and the Uzi.
I'll have to look a little harder for the Uzi and the pump. I buffed it to a mirror finish in Jr High School.
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There is always someone out there willing to pay for it.
The 514 is both scarce and desirable. I don't know where I could find another one today, at any price. I have been known to overpay for a bird in the hand to fill a vacancy in my collection, and I'm sure there are others that would overpay to get his particular one in their collection, or continue waiting for a cheaper one that will not likely happen.
Collectible items will command a premium. If it's beyond someones means, move on. I see early 70's Chevy pickups sell for upwards of a hundred grand on TV auctions. I think they are way high, but somebody is buying them, and I likely will never have one.
Collectible items will command a premium. If it's beyond someones means, move on. I see early 70's Chevy pickups sell for upwards of a hundred grand on TV auctions. I think they are way high, but somebody is buying them, and I likely will never have one.
Bad Barlow
Blackhawk
Can anyone suggest if it's "more rare" than the 6 7/8" heavy tapered?
MHtractorguy
Single-Sixer
None of you mentioned how shiny it is. I like shiny.
It still looks like a 600 dollar pistol to me, though.
It still looks like a 600 dollar pistol to me, though.
Yes. The 678 was available all along. The 514 was a very short flash in the pan. Even when they were produced, I never saw one for sale anywhere.
contender
Ruger Guru
"Can anyone suggest if it's "more rare" than the 6 7/8" heavy tapered?"
Yes. Regular production (6-7/8") and in large quantities,, vs short production, and few produced in the 5-1/4" version.
Yes. Regular production (6-7/8") and in large quantities,, vs short production, and few produced in the 5-1/4" version.
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