How much is my handgun worth?

Question

I have an almost brand new handgun I'm going to sell. How much is it worth?

It's a TAURUS .38 Special Ultra Lite Snub Nose revolver. The model # is YD 76186. It's only had about 20 rounds fired through it other than that it's brand new.

I just don't want to get ripped off when I sell :D Please give me a good guideline of it's worth. Do guns go up or down in value over time??

Answer 1

If your state allows private sales that is the way to go

A gun shop is going to give you about 70% of what it is worth, and that's if they are a good honest shop

If you are antsy about selling to an individual get a two way receipt and/or require a CCW

The best place to list is on your states gun forum

Never use the manufacturer's MSRP as a pricing tool they are already at about 25% to #0% over market value

That particular gun I could have sold in a few hours for $300

I am seeing plain ole Taurus 85s going for $250 every day I even sold a Rossi for $250 in an hour

Some guns go up in value some do not

Almost none will go down in value unless you paid too much to begin with

Answer 2

the value went down in this case cuz it aint an antiqe but if the specs are as follows you want at least 200-300 bucks :

Type :Revolver

Action :Single / Double

Caliber :38 Special

Barrel Length :4"

Capacity :6 rd

Safety :Transfer Bar

Grips :Black Rubber

Sights :Adjustable

Weight :31 oz

Finish :Stainless

be careful who you sell it to try selling it to a gun shop b4 u try to sell it to people so u dont get in trouble

Answer 3

Taurus is a mid range firearm.  It is starting to come into its own, as the big boys are going through the roof (Colt, S&W, Ruger).  A lot depends on where you live, andif there is a demand for a short barreled firearm.  Try going on line to the Taurus website, and see what they are new.  You should expect to mark it down about 25%, as a used handgun.

Answer 4

G'Day my god yr hot.lol.$300 i recon but with yr smile you might get $400.cheers mate

Answer 5

Value depends on Brand, Model, and condition.* Go here for your information regarding your Taurus.*..> gunbroker.com, auctionarms.com, gunsamerica.com......

Answer 6

$250-$300 I would guess