colt 70 series government model like new! - The Firearms Forum

norton m gross · 11-28-2006, 03:31 PM

I currently own the above mentioned handgun.
it is a beautiful handgun and is tricked out with darn near everthing.
I saw a friend shoot the gun (offhand! 3 shots in 1" circle @25 yds.)
I want to sell it, and want to know what it may be worth?
it has special sights, beavertail, special magazine. and all!
can anyone tell me what it is worth and where I can sell it?

norton m gross · 11-29-2006, 01:47 PM

I FIGURED OUT HOW TO PUT THE PICTURES IN HERE!
THIS IS THE HANDGUN WHOSE VALUE I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW AND, WHERE I CAN SELL IT!
THIS IS A COMMERCIAL COLT MK IV GOVERNMENT MODEL 70 SERIES, SERIAL NUMBER 30574G70, PACHMYER GRIPS, WILSON COMBAT MAGAZINE, MAGAZINE FUNNEL, HAND WEB PROTECTION, AND LOW PROFILE TARGET SIGHTS.

IT HAS BEEN ACCURIZED AND IT IS VERY ACCURATE.

I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT IT IS WORTH, WHAT I SHOULD ASK FOR IT AND WHERE CAN I SELL IT?
THE PHOTOS DONT SHOW HOW BEAUTIFUL THE BLUNG IS, AND IT IS IN ORIGINAL FACTORY BLUE!

Xracer · 11-30-2006, 08:55 AM

Unfortunately, Norton, all those extra "Bells & Whistles" don't add to the value of gun.....and unless they came from the factory or were done by a nationally recognized gunsmith, can often detract from the value.

However, what I think what you may have is a factory Colt Series 70 Combat Gov't. Model. This was a forerunner to the Colt Combat Elite.

Assuming this to be the case, the Blue Book value is:

Series 70 Combat Gov't.

98% - $775
95% - $650
90% - $550

BTW.....from the serial #, your gun was manufactured in 1977.

Where to sell it? Well, don't sell it to a gunshop.....you won't get nearly full value on it. However, many good gunshops will sell it on consigment for you.

However, to get full value, I'd suggest one of the gun Auction houses, such as ********* ( http://*********.com/ ) or Auction Arms ( http://www.auctionarms.com/ ).

Good Luck..........

southernshooter · 11-30-2006, 11:14 PM

Good lookin gun Norton

norton m gross · 12-01-2006, 12:29 PM

looks better in person!

wonderwhippet · 12-04-2006, 06:02 PM

Xracer was being gentle when he told you all those extras don't add to the value of the gun. As a matter of fact, a lot of people hold the opinion that modifications which change the factory configuration may actually detract from the value. You are going to have to find that one person who is interested in exactly what you have.

11-28-2006, 03:31 PM	#1
norton m gross Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 25	colt 70 series government model like new! I currently own the above mentioned handgun. it is a beautiful handgun and is tricked out with darn near everthing. I saw a friend shoot the gun (offhand! 3 shots in 1" circle @25 yds.) I want to sell it, and want to know what it may be worth? it has special sights, beavertail, special magazine. and all! can anyone tell me what it is worth and where I can sell it? -->

11-29-2006, 01:47 PM	#2
norton m gross Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 25	Re: colt 70 series government model like new! I FIGURED OUT HOW TO PUT THE PICTURES IN HERE! THIS IS THE HANDGUN WHOSE VALUE I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW AND, WHERE I CAN SELL IT! THIS IS A COMMERCIAL COLT MK IV GOVERNMENT MODEL 70 SERIES, SERIAL NUMBER 30574G70, PACHMYER GRIPS, WILSON COMBAT MAGAZINE, MAGAZINE FUNNEL, HAND WEB PROTECTION, AND LOW PROFILE TARGET SIGHTS. IT HAS BEEN ACCURIZED AND IT IS VERY ACCURATE. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT IT IS WORTH, WHAT I SHOULD ASK FOR IT AND WHERE CAN I SELL IT? THE PHOTOS DONT SHOW HOW BEAUTIFUL THE BLUNG IS, AND IT IS IN ORIGINAL FACTORY BLUE! Attached Images

11-30-2006, 08:55 AM	#3
Xracer TFF Admin Staff Mediator Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Minn-eeee-sota, ya, sure, you bet! Posts: 9,144	Re: colt 70 series government model like new! Unfortunately, Norton, all those extra "Bells & Whistles" don't add to the value of gun.....and unless they came from the factory or were done by a nationally recognized gunsmith, can often detract from the value. However, what I think what you may have is a factory Colt Series 70 Combat Gov't. Model. This was a forerunner to the Colt Combat Elite. Assuming this to be the case, the Blue Book value is: Series 70 Combat Gov't. 98% - $775 95% - $650 90% - $550 BTW.....from the serial #, your gun was manufactured in 1977. Where to sell it? Well, don't sell it to a gunshop.....you won't get nearly full value on it. However, many good gunshops will sell it on consigment for you. However, to get full value, I'd suggest one of the gun Auction houses, such as ******* ( http://*******.com/ ) or Auction Arms ( http://www.auctionarms.com/ ). Good Luck..........

11-30-2006, 11:14 PM	#4
southernshooter Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Deep South Mississippi Posts: 5,943	Re: colt 70 series government model like new! Good lookin gun Norton __________________ Only you can see this

12-01-2006, 12:29 PM	#5
norton m gross Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 25	Re: colt 70 series government model like new! looks better in person!

12-04-2006, 06:02 PM	#6
wonderwhippet Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 1,586	Re: colt 70 series government model like new! Xracer was being gentle when he told you all those extras don't add to the value of the gun. As a matter of fact, a lot of people hold the opinion that modifications which change the factory configuration may actually detract from the value. You are going to have to find that one person who is interested in exactly what you have.