Fair price on GP100

Big Tool · 05-05-2008, 11:11 AM

I found a Ruger GP100 for sale locally. Stainless, 357, 4" new condition.
350Cash. Is that a decent deal???

Can't find many on gunbroker to compare prices.

mwatson · 05-05-2008, 11:54 AM

I would say that's about average. 300 would be more to my liking, but that's a good pistol.
Mike

Big Tool · 05-05-2008, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by mwatson

I would say that's about average. 300 would be more to my liking, but that's a good pistol.
Mike

Yeah that's what i offered, but he countered at 350.00. I may let the guy sit on it a bit longer.

Romey · 05-05-2008, 04:23 PM

Thats about what they go for in my area,sometimes a bit more sometimes a bit less.

LarryO1970 · 05-05-2008, 04:54 PM

Check on GunBroker.com Online Gun Auction or GunsAmerica - Connecting Gun Buyers to Gun Sellers Since 1997 - Guns For Sale & Gun Auctions to get a good cross-section for price.

Nice guns though ... wouldn't mind one myself.

Big Tool · 05-05-2008, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by LarryO1970

Check on GunBroker.com Online Gun Auction or GunsAmerica - Connecting Gun Buyers to Gun Sellers Since 1997 - Guns For Sale & Gun Auctions to get a good cross-section for price.

Nice guns though ... wouldn't mind one myself.

Yeah, I usually use gunbroker, but i was typing the model wrong and it was bringing up just a few guns.

Seems to be a decent deal, but not something i've gotta have right now.

Romey · 05-06-2008, 12:42 AM

IMHO they are one of the better if not the best model made for that caliber . When someone asks me my opinion on wheel guns its the top 2 of my list for .357 the other being the GP101 and both rate in my top 5 for wheel guns in general. If you can get him down to $325 Id jump all over it not that I wouldnt give $350 but I hate giving asking price for anythig, its the horse trader in me

GlockMeister · 05-06-2008, 01:01 AM

I've always liked the S&W model 66 combat for the .357 magnum caliber also.
The thing about the auction sites, you'll then have to factor in shipping and insurance. So in the end, you could pay more and the worst part, you won't be able to inspect it until you get it unlike the one you've posted about.

My suggestion, counter offer with $325.00? If still a no go, then let him sit on it.

Big Tool · 05-06-2008, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GlockMeister

I've always liked the S&W model 66 combat for the .357 magnum caliber also.
The thing about the auction sites, you'll then have to factor in shipping and insurance. So in the end, you could pay more and the worst part, you won't be able to inspect it until you get it unlike the one you've posted about.

My suggestion, counter offer with $325.00? If still a no go, then let him sit on it.

I took your advice GM and countered at 325.00. I think I will be getting a good deal at that price. Like you mentioned, if you buy it off the internet shipping will be 25-30 then I have to pay my dealer another 25.00. So there's 50.00 right there plus the gun has to be registered which i don't like.

GlockMeister · 05-06-2008, 11:11 AM

Glad to here you may soon have a most excellent revolver. Only thing I'd look at first is the front sight. If it has the plain black one I've seen on a lot, go to Ruger's website and get this. They change out real quick and easy and aren't expensive at all.
Ruger On-line Store - Ruger® GP100 Red Front Sight

Congrats and happy shooting.

Big Tool · 05-06-2008, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GlockMeister

Glad to here you may soon have a most excellent revolver. Only thing I'd look at first is the front sight. If it has the plain black one I've seen on a lot, go to Ruger's website and get this. They change out real quick and easy and aren't expensive at all.
Ruger On-line Store - Ruger® GP100 Red Front Sight

Congrats and happy shooting.

Thanks, I will definitely be buying that if I buy the revolver.

GlockMeister · 05-06-2008, 11:52 AM

Well only if it doesn't already have one. I only know this because my brother bought the one our other brother had and the front sight on it, the original one it came with, had a black insert of all things. Some, later on, newer models, came with the red insert front sight.

But yea, if it needs it, for $13.85 and what, maybe $4-$6bucks for shipping, why not. And if you do, you'll see it's real simple to swap out. On the barrel, at the sight, there's a pin, push it in, spring loaded if I remember correctly, and while holding it in, remove the old and and put in the new one.

Again, hope you get it.

Big Tool · 05-06-2008, 10:18 PM

Thanks for the advice on the counter GM. I countered at 325 and he accepted. I'm supposed to pick it up tomorrow evening. He said he bought it brand new and has only shot 1/2 a box a shells through it. Said he still had the other 1/2. Maybe i can talk him out of them as lagniappe.

I'm pretty excited about this one. I was wanting a 357 real bad a couple months ago, but didn't rush on anything. Glad i didn't now.

Big Tool · 05-07-2008, 11:41 PM

Well I went and met with the guy today and the gun is flawless. There is not a single scratch or nick on it.

I had asked if he had the original box, but it was just a carboard deal and he had thrown it away. He did have a nice S&W padded box that he let me have which was a nice little extra.

I couldn't be happier. I also picked up a an old remington woodsmaster while i was in the area so I got a double dose today.

GlockMeister · 05-07-2008, 11:53 PM

Looks beautiful BT. You will need the orange front sight though. I noticed in your 3rd pick it's as black as night. lol You could for the time being get a small detail paint brush and put a little fluorescent orange paint on it if you wanted. But what I showed you is the way to go in the long run.

Glad he accepted the offer and that you got it. Very nice looking revolver. I also like that style of grip. you get the beauty of wood and the good grip from the rubber. Best of both worlds. lol And it goes great with stainless. Again, congrats.

Romey · 05-08-2008, 01:17 AM

Hey i told you to counter with 325$ first, i feel left out!

Johnny_Revolver · 05-08-2008, 03:55 AM

It`s just the best ALL ROUND 4 inch .357 mag revolver.

I said all round, by the way..

I bet you enjoy it.

samuel · 05-08-2008, 06:30 AM

Congratulations.And if you need a room to stay in until your wife settles down,come on over. sam.

Big Tool · 05-08-2008, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Romey

Hey i told you to counter with 325$ first, i feel left out!

Sorry i missed the post. Thanks Romey i think 325 was a good buy on it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by samuel

Congratulations.And if you need a room to stay in until your wife settles down,come on over. sam.

I was getting the eyes the other day so i may have to take you up on that one.

05-05-2008, 11:11 AM	#1
Big Tool Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: MS Posts: 602	Fair price on GP100 I found a Ruger GP100 for sale locally. Stainless, 357, 4" new condition. 350Cash. Is that a decent deal??? Can't find many on gunbroker to compare prices.

05-05-2008, 11:54 AM	#2
mwatson Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rogers, Arkansas Posts: 236	I would say that's about average. 300 would be more to my liking, but that's a good pistol. Mike __________________ ..............................HOWDY

05-05-2008, 04:23 PM	#4
Romey Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Montana Posts: 471	Thats about what they go for in my area,sometimes a bit more sometimes a bit less. __________________ Romey High Country Knives http://www.highcountryknives.com

05-05-2008, 04:54 PM	#5
LarryO1970 "Blazing Saddles" GOV Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Johnson Creek, WI Posts: 2,875	Check on GunBroker.com Online Gun Auction or GunsAmerica - Connecting Gun Buyers to Gun Sellers Since 1997 - Guns For Sale & Gun Auctions to get a good cross-section for price. Nice guns though ... wouldn't mind one myself. __________________ "Guess what?! I've got a fever, and the only prescription... is more cowbell!"

05-06-2008, 12:42 AM	#7
Romey Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Montana Posts: 471	IMHO they are one of the better if not the best model made for that caliber . When someone asks me my opinion on wheel guns its the top 2 of my list for .357 the other being the GP101 and both rate in my top 5 for wheel guns in general. If you can get him down to $325 Id jump all over it not that I wouldnt give $350 but I hate giving asking price for anythig, its the horse trader in me __________________ Romey High Country Knives http://www.highcountryknives.com

05-06-2008, 01:01 AM	#8
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,513	I've always liked the S&W model 66 combat for the .357 magnum caliber also. The thing about the auction sites, you'll then have to factor in shipping and insurance. So in the end, you could pay more and the worst part, you won't be able to inspect it until you get it unlike the one you've posted about. My suggestion, counter offer with $325.00? If still a no go, then let him sit on it. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

05-06-2008, 11:11 AM	#10
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,513	Glad to here you may soon have a most excellent revolver. Only thing I'd look at first is the front sight. If it has the plain black one I've seen on a lot, go to Ruger's website and get this. They change out real quick and easy and aren't expensive at all. Ruger On-line Store - Ruger® GP100 Red Front Sight Congrats and happy shooting. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

05-06-2008, 11:52 AM	#12
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,513	Well only if it doesn't already have one. I only know this because my brother bought the one our other brother had and the front sight on it, the original one it came with, had a black insert of all things. Some, later on, newer models, came with the red insert front sight. But yea, if it needs it, for $13.85 and what, maybe $4-$6bucks for shipping, why not. And if you do, you'll see it's real simple to swap out. On the barrel, at the sight, there's a pin, push it in, spring loaded if I remember correctly, and while holding it in, remove the old and and put in the new one. Again, hope you get it. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

05-06-2008, 10:18 PM	#13
Big Tool Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: MS Posts: 602	Thanks for the advice on the counter GM. I countered at 325 and he accepted. I'm supposed to pick it up tomorrow evening. He said he bought it brand new and has only shot 1/2 a box a shells through it. Said he still had the other 1/2. Maybe i can talk him out of them as lagniappe. I'm pretty excited about this one. I was wanting a 357 real bad a couple months ago, but didn't rush on anything. Glad i didn't now.

05-07-2008, 11:53 PM	#15
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,513	Looks beautiful BT. You will need the orange front sight though. I noticed in your 3rd pick it's as black as night. lol You could for the time being get a small detail paint brush and put a little fluorescent orange paint on it if you wanted. But what I showed you is the way to go in the long run. Glad he accepted the offer and that you got it. Very nice looking revolver. I also like that style of grip. you get the beauty of wood and the good grip from the rubber. Best of both worlds. lol And it goes great with stainless. Again, congrats. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

05-08-2008, 01:17 AM	#16
Romey Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Montana Posts: 471	Hey i told you to counter with 325$ first, i feel left out! __________________ Romey High Country Knives http://www.highcountryknives.com

05-08-2008, 03:55 AM	#17
Johnny_Revolver Gun Liker Join Date: May 2005 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,209 Blog Entries: 6	It`s just the best ALL ROUND 4 inch .357 mag revolver. I said all round, by the way.. I bet you enjoy it. __________________ It`s a good life, provided you don`t weaken.

05-08-2008, 06:30 AM	#18
samuel Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 5,087	Congratulations.And if you need a room to stay in until your wife settles down,come on over. sam.