How to sell BP pistol

[halsem]

I have a Pietta 1862 6 shot police pistol, only shot once.
I am trying to find a way to sell it. I know some folks don't like it because it is not a model of an actual gun, but I like the 1860 army style in 36 cal.
Can anyone suggest the best way that I could sell it. Within MD I believe it is unlicensed/unregulated so I could potentially sell it like any other item but I am a bit wary. I could sell it to a trader but will not probably get more than $100 for it.

 

[Squaregrouper]

I have a Pietta 1862 6 shot police pistol, only shot once.
I am trying to find a way to sell it. I know some folks don't like it because it is not a model of an actual gun, but I like the 1860 army style in 36 cal.
Can anyone suggest the best way that I could sell it. Within MD I believe it is unlicensed/unregulated so I could potentially sell it like any other item but I am a bit wary. I could sell it to a trader but will not probably get more than $100 for it.

Muzzleloaders- including revolvers loaded from the cylinder's muzzle are unregulated. You can sell it the same as a pocketknife or a pack of gum.

 

[Gcs7th]

Post 47 more times here and you can list it in the classifieds.

 

[Squaregrouper]

Post 47 more times here and you can list it in the classifieds.

Just make sure your posts aren't BS "up my post count 2 word posts". Add something constructive- questions or comments and you'll be surprised how quickly you hit the magical 50 post count.

 

[iH8DemLibz]

Nice!

 

[j8064]

OP, BP pistols are not regulated in Marylandistan as posted.

Cabelas carried the 1862 Police 36 cal in the Pietta line several years ago for approx $270 retail:
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Shoo...edium=AFF&utm_source=40661&rid=12&WT.tsrc=AFF

I wouldn't get your hopes up about getting a high price for it tho. Unless the pistol is NIB a buyer can find them for sale online for $175 or likely less:
http://www.armslist.com/posts/45645...--36-caliber-1851-open-top-revolver-by-pietta

More chatter and info here:
https://www.thehighroad.org/index.php?threads/1862-police.558754/

Why don't you just keep it and shoot it?

 

[iH8DemLibz]

Before the MGA tries to regulate them or ban them.

Again.

 

[K31]

Before the MGA tries to regulate them or ban them.

Again.

While simultaneously stating that the second amendment means muskets.

 

[John from MD]

Put it on gunbroker or go around to various gun clubs and put an index card on their bulletin boards.

 

[halsem]

I am hoping the money can help me get a Tokarev pistol instead. Also, as per another thread, finding ranges that let you shoot bp revolvers is not all that easy.

 

[K31]

I am hoping the money can help me get a Tokarev pistol instead. Also, as per another thread, finding ranges that let you shoot bp revolvers is not all that easy.

Really? I don't know of a Maryland range (outdoor) that does not allow it.

 

[Doctor_M]

Honestly for a used BP gun like you describe, $100 isn't unreasonable if you want to move it. In any case, I wouldn't expect to sell if for more than $150. If it were me, I would hang on to it.

Best of luck.

 

[Doctor_M]

Also... last two years, MD GA has tried to regulate BP and Antique guns as if they were modern arms. I would not be surprised to see the legislation introduced again.... we've been successful so far in fighting off this foolishness, but one day, they may push it through. Double down on the I would hold on to it comment.

 

[Biggfoot44]

In another thread , the OP asks/ discusses about suitable ranges that are : 1. Outdoor 2. Open to public 3. Close to MoCo .

One would have to compromise on at least one factor .

 

[K31]

In another thread , the OP asks/ discusses about suitable ranges that are : 1. Outdoor 2. Open to public 3. Close to MoCo .

One would have to compromise on at least one factor .

Cresap.

It seems like they treat BP shooters as lepers, but they do have 4 lanes for BP handguns.

 

[tallen702]

Cresap.

It seems like they treat BP shooters as lepers, but they do have 4 lanes for BP handguns.

I suggested Cresap in the thread, but didn't know if they allowed BP handguns since the only designated BP lanes I know of are the 4 muzzleloader lanes on the rifle range side that are 100 yards only.

 

[fiveloaves]

BP shooting is very special. You may want to return to it at a later point in your life and wish you still had your Pietta. I wish I had not sold my S&W 10 or Ruger 10/22. There is a video by Mike Beliveau showing a modification you may consider if you decide to keep it. Good luck https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibpoDPPKqB8

 

[Dave MP]

Take a minute to introduce yourself in the intro thread.
Lot of information available.

 

[K31]

I suggested Cresap in the thread, but didn't know if they allowed BP handguns since the only designated BP lanes I know of are the 4 muzzleloader lanes on the rifle range side that are 100 yards only.

Like I said, they treat you like a leper.

Website says 50&100 yards. Do they allow the use of portable stands for closer shooting?

 

[Docster]

Post 47 more times here and you can list it in the classifieds.

Agree!