Mark,
Let me try to help you if I can, remember these are MY opinions and are worth what they cost you,
:wink: .
"Your gun is worth what ever someone is willing to pay you" (Jack Coogs) no way around that! :wink:
There are several Major Bearcat Collectors on the forum, and I'm sure you will hear from them should you entertain selling it. As NH Rugerman stated above an auction would be the true test, could very well surprise you! 8) As Rugerguy says "Run her up the flag pole, and see who salutes" :wink:
You have to ask yourself....what's it worth to YOU!...... If it was MY gun I would keep it as a Safe Queen, if I collected Bearcats I would think that the gun deserves a 100% premium, in other words double what you paid. Remember that's just my opinion,, You in the end have to make the call :wink: .
Remember every time you take that base pin & cylinder out you risk scratching something! :wink: I know..
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Best of luck to you
Terry