I have a 1894 357 that I rarely shoot. I also have a Ruger New Model Blackhawk 357 they are both in good condition but I rarely shoot them. I have thought about selling them and investing in something else that I would shoot more. But I don't know how to price them, Anybody have any ideas what they would be worth and what would you do if you were in my shoes. I am afraid if I sell them I will end up regretting it.
Marlin 357's are in short supply right now, and will bring a premium. The Blackhawk isn't nearly as valuable.
You need to know exactly what you have. Is the Marlin pre-safety? blue or stainless? Standard 1894c, Cowboy model, special model, etc? What barrel length is the Ruger? Blue or stainless?
Then research the EE here, Gunbroker, etc. and see what these guns are bringing right now.
I am afraid if I sell them I will end up regretting it.
I know I would.
Ok I measured the barrel and it is a 18" it says Mod 1894-Carbine-Micro-Groove. It is blued and it doesn't have a mechanical safety. I have probably had it close to 20 years and it wasn't new when I got it. The Ruger is a 6-1/2" barrel it is also blued and I have the 9mm cylinder for it. Thanks for all the input.
Originally Posted By ksmith13:
Ok I measured the barrel and it is a 18" it says Mod 1894-Carbine-Micro-Groove. It is blued and it doesn't have a mechanical safety. I have probably had it close to 20 years and it wasn't new when I got it. The Ruger is a 6-1/2" barrel it is also blued and I have the 9mm cylinder for it. Thanks for all the input.
Sounds like you have a pre safety Marlin 1894c. You can date it by taking the first two digits of the serial number and subtracting that from 2000. I have one like it that has a serial number starting with 19, meaning it was made in 1981. If you do decide to sell this one (I wouldn't) you should take no less than $500 for it, and would start out at $600.
The 9mm cylinder makes your Ruger more valuable and unique. I would expect to get $350 to 400 for it.
