Value of 1851 sheriffs model

[Stykbow]

What y’all say the value is of this pistol? I’ve searched the net and can’t find one identical to it. It’s a Pietta that came from Cabelas at some point. At least I think it did. It’s a 44 cal. I’ve never had a BP pistol and found this one, but I have no idea what’s a fair price.

 

[cynthialee]

well an older Pietta isn't carrying much value beyond its gun value, the engraving is nice and adds to the package

brand new one with out the engraving will run you $260, cut that down to $130 for second hand, add in an additional $25 for the cool factor

$155-$175 is the most I would pay for this gun.

 

[user 49399]

It looks like the Pietta 1851 ‘Old Silver / Sheriffs Model’. Saw one sell on auction a few years ago for $320.

 

[SDSmlf]

I agree with @cynthialee, though in the current market, she might be a tad low. From what I’ve seen, these duded up guns don’t really hold their higher price, kind of like commemorative guns, you can ‘usually’ get them at near the same price as regular ones sell for used. Also, some of the engraved models had plated brass frames, though many were finished brightly polished and sold at places like Sportsmans Guide.

If you are getting it to shoot, I would suggest only paying used ‘shooter’ price. A similar gun (no engraving) recently sold in the forum’s classified. Asking price (don’t know what it sold for) was too high for my taste, but based on availability, possibly a deal in today’s world. SOLD - Pietta 1851 Navy Sheriff - .44 cal, 4 7/8" barrel, steel frame, excellent condition!

 

[ZUG]

That is a nice pistol and was well cared for from what I can see. If the rest of it is in great mechanical working condition, I would pay $200 to $220 for it if I wanted it bad enough.

 

[PastorB]

I got one that is fairly similar, but without the engraving (which to me detracts value, YMMV) or fluted cylinder. Mine also has checkered grips, and is of very recent manufacture. I paid $295, brand new, out the door. It feels really good in my hand, and is a fine shooter.

 

[Whitworth]

Seems you can't get much of anything these days for less than $250.00.

 

[Columbus]

What y’all say the value is of this pistol? I’ve searched the net and can’t find one identical to it. It’s a Pietta that came from Cabelas at some point. At least I think it did. It’s a 44 cal. I’ve never had a BP pistol and found this one, but I have no idea what’s a fair price.
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Where did you look - many links - took about 5 minutes to find this and I should have gone straight to EMF to start: 1851 Navy U.S. Marshal .44 5 1/2" (emf-company.com)

 

[cynthialee]

OK I stand corrected.

Market value brand new is $375

So used is $190, maintain the engraving bonus of +$25

So $215-$250 is reasonable by my reckoning

 

[B P Arn]

Where did you look - many links - took about 5 minutes to find this and I should have gone straight to EMF to start: 1851 Navy U.S. Marshal .44 5 1/2" (emf-company.com)

Out of stock.

 

[Columbus]

Out of stock.

Of course it's out of stock, just about everything is. The OP wanted to know what it was worth - this ad shows it brand new at $375. He can check his date code and go from there. If you want one, here's one in stock although it's premium priced. Just gotta look, easy to find. 1851 Navy US Marshal Black Powder Pistol (kennesawcutlery.com)

 

[Gee Dog]

Another bright shiny object.

 

[CaptainKirk]

The semi-fluted cylinder adds some value

 

[Stykbow]

Where did you look - many links - took about 5 minutes to find this and I should have gone straight to EMF to start: 1851 Navy U.S. Marshal .44 5 1/2" (emf-company.com)

Thanks Mr. Google. Your internet search skills are amazing.

 

[Stykbow]

A sincere thank you to the others that replied. Like I said, I’ve never owned one a BP pistol and I valued the opinion of the experience on this board.

 

[B P Arn]

Of course it's out of stock, just about everything is. The OP wanted to know what it was worth - this ad shows it brand new at $375. He can check his date code and go from there. If you want one, here's one in stock although it's premium priced. Just gotta look, easy to find. 1851 Navy US Marshal Black Powder Pistol (kennesawcutlery.com)

That was my point; the price for out of stock items means nothing anymore. Only the price of things that you can actually buy is what matters. How much would you like to bet that when they are in stock again, the price will be considerably higher?

 

[cynthialee]

looks good
1851 in .44 is my favorite pistol all around
not correct to the period, but still my favorite

If you can get it at a decent price, go for it. Looks like it is in good shape.

 

[Columbus]

That was my point; the price for out of stock items means nothing anymore. Only the price of things that you can actually buy is what matters. How much would you like to bet that when they are in stock again, the price will be considerably higher?

It doesn't matter, the OP wanted a value, I got him a value. Of course things will be higher, everything is higher. But at least he has a ball park figure to go with. Some may think it's worth $350 and other of us wouldn't take it at $100. It's market driven. If the buyer thinks they got a good deal and the seller is happy then it's good all around.

 

[Tazman1602]

Been watching these on gun broker can’t believe prices have gotten this high but if people are willing to pay that much OK.


https://www.gunbroker.com/All/search?Keywords=1851 pietta sheriffs model&Sort=13
Art

 

[pajeepman]

I have the opportunity to buy an 1851 Navy .44 with the brass. In a hard case with everything needed to shoot it. Seller hasn't giving a price, kinda asked what I would pay(family friend). Powder, flask, wads, ball, caps, capper tool, etc. In great shape, also don't know what to offer.