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Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Now that you mention it I grabbed a real one and it looks much different on the split and head area looks off as well. I wasn't aware they made repros of parked original style retainer pins so I didn't give it to much thought to it being so. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Originally Posted By boywonder777:
Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
HKILLER - I just sold one of those parked FP retainer pins for $125.00 a few weeks back. I think the upside is around $150 if you wait for the right buyer but I needed the money to help fund a new work pistol. fwiw, that pin doesn't look original in that pic. the split seems to have a slight enlargement around it whereas my originals don't have that. Now that you mention it I grabbed a real one and it looks much different on the split and head area looks off as well. I wasn't aware they made repros of parked original style retainer pins so I didn't give it to much thought to it being so. yeah i've seen a few different parked repros. one has a lot shorter split, maybe 1/3 to 1/2 of the originals. these pins are really hard to identify unless you have an original to compare it to. |
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Originally Posted By boywonder777: yeah i've seen a few different parked repros. one has a lot shorter split, maybe 1/3 to 1/2 of the originals. these pins are really hard to identify unless you have an original to compare it to. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By boywonder777: Originally Posted By HipSh0T: Originally Posted By boywonder777: Originally Posted By HipSh0T: HKILLER - I just sold one of those parked FP retainer pins for $125.00 a few weeks back. I think the upside is around $150 if you wait for the right buyer but I needed the money to help fund a new work pistol. fwiw, that pin doesn't look original in that pic. the split seems to have a slight enlargement around it whereas my originals don't have that. Now that you mention it I grabbed a real one and it looks much different on the split and head area looks off as well. I wasn't aware they made repros of parked original style retainer pins so I didn't give it to much thought to it being so. yeah i've seen a few different parked repros. one has a lot shorter split, maybe 1/3 to 1/2 of the originals. these pins are really hard to identify unless you have an original to compare it to. |
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I need a real one for my 1964 SP1, someone snagged the bolt carrier assemble before I bought it, I will keep looking and use my repro as a place keeper
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What do you guys think on value for a 1973 Colt SP1 rifle, in 95%+ condition, all original parts and 4 Colt 20 rounders with metal followers? Local guy has one and is firm on $1200, which seems on the low end of fair for its age and condition, going by whats on gunbroker right now.
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Originally Posted By jnfuga2:
What do you guys think on value for a 1973 Colt SP1 rifle, in 95%+ condition, all original parts and 4 Colt 20 rounders with metal followers? Local guy has one and is firm on $1200, which seems on the low end of fair for its age and condition, going by whats on gunbroker right now. View Quote I paid that just last October for a 1971 SP1 in roughly the same condition in the original box with all the accessories, paperwork, and 2 mags. That price isn't bad at all if you want one and it's in original unmolested condition. I see them at $1500 for nice examples for just the rifle and a mag. |
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Originally Posted By skidman:
I paid $1200 for a 1968 manufactured SP1 with NO box or magazines... But the rifle looks like it has been fired very little if at all. <a href="http://s21.photobucket.com/user/skidman/media/SP1-2.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b259/skidman/SP1-2.jpg</a> <a href="http://s21.photobucket.com/user/skidman/media/fav.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b259/skidman/fav.jpg</a> View Quote Very Nice! |
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Before the appraisal...... Stripping the norrels will add to the value if the finish isn't destroyed underneath. I'd find out why it was stripped and bring it down to original finish to bring more money (IF there isn't issues under the Norrel's)
ETA -What a shame. Nice 604 resprayed.... |
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Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Before the appraisal...... Stripping the norrels will add to the value if the finish isn't destroyed underneath. I'd find out why it was stripped and bring it down to original finish to bring more money (IF there isn't issues under the Norrel's) ETA -What a shame. Nice 604 resprayed.... View Quote Whats the best method for stripping the norrels without damaging whats underneath? |
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Originally Posted By brunnels:
Whats the best method for stripping the norrels without damaging whats underneath? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By brunnels:
Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Before the appraisal...... Stripping the norrels will add to the value if the finish isn't destroyed underneath. I'd find out why it was stripped and bring it down to original finish to bring more money (IF there isn't issues under the Norrel's) ETA -What a shame. Nice 604 resprayed.... Whats the best method for stripping the norrels without damaging whats underneath? I have heard everything from oven cleaner to brake cleaner, I don't have a real answer. This question is better posted in the forum. |
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Wondering what a nice square forge 603 upper goes for, I'm considering a 609 clone as my first SBR.
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Your basic square forge 603 and 604 uppers seemed to go up in price over the winter from $150-$160 to $190-$200.
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Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Your basic square forge 603 and 604 uppers seemed to go up in price over the winter from $150-$160 to $190-$200. View Quote Well that sucks. I would pay that probably but it would have to be a nice one. Do the uppers that match up with the lines on the lower go for more? |
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Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
Well that sucks. I would pay that probably but it would have to be a nice one. Do the uppers that match up with the lines on the lower go for more? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Your basic square forge 603 and 604 uppers seemed to go up in price over the winter from $150-$160 to $190-$200. Well that sucks. I would pay that probably but it would have to be a nice one. Do the uppers that match up with the lines on the lower go for more? I paid $300 for that early 604 upper I just posted in that build thread, then add in another $100 for the correct early large square pad port door. $400+ for an upper, Hal143 paid $500 for an original 605 upper, 601, 602, early XM16E1 uppers fetching $300-$400+. I bought my 602 upper for $290.00 shipped in 2009 and that was stupid money back then, I can imagine it's prolly a $500.00 upper now with the large square pad port door. |
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Currently looking to buy a Many Circles Mag Button.
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Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
Wondering what a nice square forge 603 upper goes for, I'm considering a 609 clone as my first SBR. Thanks. View Quote Personal opinion: on my builds that I can get all correct parts on, I want it to be totally correct and right. On stuff where its not possible to get it totally correct, I'm ok with using repro uppers. |
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Originally Posted By Kalahnikid:
Personal opinion: on my builds that I can get all correct parts on, I want it to be totally correct and right. On stuff where its not possible to get it totally correct, I'm ok with using repro uppers. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Kalahnikid:
Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
Wondering what a nice square forge 603 upper goes for, I'm considering a 609 clone as my first SBR. Thanks. Personal opinion: on my builds that I can get all correct parts on, I want it to be totally correct and right. On stuff where its not possible to get it totally correct, I'm ok with using repro uppers. I would probably do that except that I did that with my 603 and I was less than satisfied. I'm going to try to do a correct all Colt (except for the lower and barrel) this time. I figure if I'm going to spend the money on a stamp and vinyl acetate stock I should just bite the bullet and build something to be proud of. |
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Double tap.
I guess while I'm here I could ask what a nice Colt vinyl acetate stock goes for these days? |
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Currently looking to buy a Many Circles Mag Button.
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Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
$200+ for just the body. Possibly find a deal for the whole assembly for $200 - $250. They are outrageous.... View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
Double tap. I guess while I'm here I could ask what a nice Colt vinyl acetate stock goes for these days? $200+ for just the body. Possibly find a deal for the whole assembly for $200 - $250. They are outrageous.... $430 for a nice body http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=462862559 $430 for an ok body and ok tube http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=468877673 |
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Originally Posted By boywonder777:
$430 for a nice body http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=462862559 $430 for an ok body and ok tube http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=468877673 View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By boywonder777:
Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
Double tap. I guess while I'm here I could ask what a nice Colt vinyl acetate stock goes for these days? $200+ for just the body. Possibly find a deal for the whole assembly for $200 - $250. They are outrageous.... $430 for a nice body http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=462862559 $430 for an ok body and ok tube http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=468877673 That's about $150 more than I'd be willing to pay. Are there any other options? |
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Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
That's about $150 more than I'd be willing to pay. Are there any other options? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
Originally Posted By boywonder777:
Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
Double tap. I guess while I'm here I could ask what a nice Colt vinyl acetate stock goes for these days? $200+ for just the body. Possibly find a deal for the whole assembly for $200 - $250. They are outrageous.... $430 for a nice body http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=462862559 $430 for an ok body and ok tube http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=468877673 That's about $150 more than I'd be willing to pay. Are there any other options? Essential Arms is the next best thing. It has a raised B but it's not too noticeable. Not sure what their price is now, you gotta call. |
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That more like it.
Maybe I'll find one that's got a few flaws at an affordable price. http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=468728948 |
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Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
That more like it. Maybe I'll find one that's got a few flaws at an affordable price. http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=468728948 View Quote That was a nice one. Had a few paint chips, but easy to touch it up to hide those. Yeah, it sold right at where I said the bodies sell for $200-$250. I've never seen one for $400 but have seen minty assemblies for $350 plus shipping. It's a matter of time before they're $500. Go with the Essential Arms Aluminum CAR Stock for $150.00, you will be very happy with it. If you'd like to see what they look like, I can send you a pic. |
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Currently looking to buy a Many Circles Mag Button.
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Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
That was a nice one. Had a few paint chips, but easy to touch it up to hide those. Yeah, it sold right at where I said the bodies sell for $200-$250. I've never seen one for $400 but have seen minty assemblies for $350 plus shipping. It's a matter of time before they're $500. Go with the Essential Arms Aluminum CAR Stock for $150.00, you will be very happy with it. If you'd like to see what they look like, I can send you a pic. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Originally Posted By Sputnik556:
That more like it. Maybe I'll find one that's got a few flaws at an affordable price. http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=468728948 That was a nice one. Had a few paint chips, but easy to touch it up to hide those. Yeah, it sold right at where I said the bodies sell for $200-$250. I've never seen one for $400 but have seen minty assemblies for $350 plus shipping. It's a matter of time before they're $500. Go with the Essential Arms Aluminum CAR Stock for $150.00, you will be very happy with it. If you'd like to see what they look like, I can send you a pic. I look into that, thanks. |
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This one's currently at $200 with a couple of extras. It could have been had as a "Buy Now" a few days ago before it met the reserve.
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=470773439 |
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Originally Posted By Sputnik556: I look into that, thanks. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Sputnik556: Originally Posted By HipSh0T: Originally Posted By Sputnik556: That more like it. Maybe I'll find one that's got a few flaws at an affordable price. http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=468728948 That was a nice one. Had a few paint chips, but easy to touch it up to hide those. Yeah, it sold right at where I said the bodies sell for $200-$250. I've never seen one for $400 but have seen minty assemblies for $350 plus shipping. It's a matter of time before they're $500. Go with the Essential Arms Aluminum CAR Stock for $150.00, you will be very happy with it. If you'd like to see what they look like, I can send you a pic. I look into that, thanks. Here's an EA stock with a Nodak receiver extension I bought a couple of months ago on the EE. It compares well with the original Colt that came on my SP1 Carbine. |
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I've got a late 604 upper, 99% condition, not refinished, with a light grey EPC, bronze EPC spring, nice legible colt proofs, and the rear sight assembly that looks factory installed. Front lug is counter bored, and lugs are darker that the receiver. What is something like this going for these days? Thank you.
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Originally Posted By isplice:
I've got a late 604 upper, 99% condition, not refinished, with a light grey EPC, bronze EPC spring, nice legible colt proofs, and the rear sight assembly that looks factory installed. Front lug is counter bored, and lugs are darker that the receiver. What is something like this going for these days? Thank you. View Quote Hard to say exactly without pictures but $175-$200 |
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Want to Buy : Authentic Colt Transitional Bolt Catch and an Original Style Buffertube (Wrench Flats can be added).
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Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Hard to say exactly without pictures but $175-$200 View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
Originally Posted By isplice:
I've got a late 604 upper, 99% condition, not refinished, with a light grey EPC, bronze EPC spring, nice legible colt proofs, and the rear sight assembly that looks factory installed. Front lug is counter bored, and lugs are darker that the receiver. What is something like this going for these days? Thank you. Hard to say exactly without pictures but $175-$200 Thank you! |
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The "P" marking is an indicator that when the Upper was forged that it was made as part of a spares or parts run, that is was not Forged to be part of a completed rifle. This would basically mean that a "P" marked Upper was a "Spare Parts Upper".
The "M" marking would be the standard marking for Martin Marietta. This would make the "PM" marked Uppers, spares that were forged by Martin Marietta, and then sent into the "USGI System" as replacement or rebuild parts. Examples of PM marked A1 uppers were sent to the Philipines to complete Elisco Rifles. Having said that, nice pick up and I'd appraise it at $160-$175 in today's A1/C7 market prices. |
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Want to Buy : Authentic Colt Transitional Bolt Catch and a Carbon Steel Earlybend Gastube.
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Originally Posted By HipSh0T:
The "P" marking is an indicator that when the Upper was forged that it was made as part of a spares or parts run, that is was not Forged to be part of a completed rifle. This would basically mean that a "P" marked Upper was a "Spare Parts Upper". The "M" marking would be the standard marking for Martin Marietta. This would make the "PM" marked Uppers, spares that were forged by Martin Marietta, and then sent into the "USGI System" as replacement or rebuild parts. Examples of PM marked A1 uppers were sent to the Philipines to complete Elisco Rifles. Having said that, nice pick up and I'd appraise it at $160-$175 in today's A1/C7 market prices. View Quote Thank you. |
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Buyers market for complete builds but parting it out would get you around a grand. Maybe a little more, it's a tough one because you really have to be into the GM's to pay a premium for the parts. Colt stuff sells fast and you can put a number on just about every part A1 or older... Is the GM Hydro stuff worth more than Colt? Yes to some and no to others.
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Want to Buy : Authentic Colt Transitional Bolt Catch and a Carbon Steel Early Bend Gastube.
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A friend of a friend recently found an authentic XM177 moderator in a stash of old parts. He can either turn it into the ATF or register it under the NFA as a silencer. These were legal to buy until the 70s, but the ATF stepped in and defined them as silencers as they moderate the sound and blast of carbines to resemble the signature of a full length battle rifle. He doesn't need it as he already has actual silencers, but we're wondering if it's viable to register it and pay the tax stamp to resell it to someone else. Is there a demand for these pieces, and if so what is the approximate value? I don't have a picture, but it looks like this one, but the parkerized (?) finish has worn off and its slightly polished.
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Do you have any of the Chrome BCG's for the early mod 604 rifles? If you have any that you're willing to sell please let me know... [email protected] Brandon |
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Originally Posted By MDN:
What would this stock go for ? Thanks for the info. <a href="http://s137.photobucket.com/user/mattyn/media/DSCN3887.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q206/mattyn/DSCN3887.jpg</a> <a href="http://s137.photobucket.com/user/mattyn/media/DSCN3888.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q206/mattyn/DSCN3888.jpg</a> <a href="http://s137.photobucket.com/user/mattyn/media/DSCN3889.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q206/mattyn/DSCN3889.jpg</a> <a href="http://s137.photobucket.com/user/mattyn/media/DSCN3891.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q206/mattyn/DSCN3891.jpg</a> View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By MDN:
What would this stock go for ? Thanks for the info. <a href="http://s137.photobucket.com/user/mattyn/media/DSCN3887.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q206/mattyn/DSCN3887.jpg</a> <a href="http://s137.photobucket.com/user/mattyn/media/DSCN3888.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q206/mattyn/DSCN3888.jpg</a> <a href="http://s137.photobucket.com/user/mattyn/media/DSCN3889.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q206/mattyn/DSCN3889.jpg</a> <a href="http://s137.photobucket.com/user/mattyn/media/DSCN3891.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q206/mattyn/DSCN3891.jpg</a> $30-$35 for the stock body, depending on if the buffer tube is grey $15-$30 for the tube. Originally Posted By snopro168:
Wondering what this might be worth on behalf of my dad who just picked this up from a co worker. We really don't know much about it, I have not seen it it person, just these pics. Thanks for any replies http:// <a href=http://i786.photobucket.com/albums/yy146/snopro168/IMG950469_zps78i88fyg.jpg</a>" /> http:// <a href=http://i786.photobucket.com/albums/yy146/snopro168/IMG_0471_zpsc9sqhjuv.jpg</a>" /> http:// <a href=http://i786.photobucket.com/albums/yy146/snopro168/IMG_0470_zps15nybyhl.jpg</a>" /> it's a preban lower, $600-$650 for the lower. around $950-$1000 for the complete rifle if you advertise it as preban Originally Posted By Weasel_Master:
There's some tape residue otherwise no cracks or chips. What are handguards valued at, I'm new to the retro side. <a href="http://s169.photobucket.com/user/weasel_master/media/IMG_4220_zpsyalxikaa.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u240/weasel_master/IMG_4220_zpsyalxikaa.jpg</a> <a href="http://s169.photobucket.com/user/weasel_master/media/IMG_4214_zpsiwvaywar.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u240/weasel_master/IMG_4214_zpsiwvaywar.jpg</a> $30-$35 a pair. |
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Damn, I thought I got a decent deal but looks like I overpaid.
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Have a pre-ban AR "Sporter II" Carbine fired a few times, looks to be mint. It's a CA registered gun. Any idea what the value is? Thanks!
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DON'T EVER DOUBT THE TALENTS OF HEATNBEAT!
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