Model 501B Taurus What is it worth? - The Firearms Forum

rowpu · 03-24-2009, 06:28 PM

I have a model (looks like an 80 or old style 84) 38 Special six-shot revolver with a 4 inch barrel.i cannot find model #,501B is on cylinder arm.
It is not blue (could it be nickel or plated ?)There were a few rust spots,
but theycame off with a little Kroil and fine steel wool .Just left a little
discoloration no pitting.I think the rust may have bled off something else.
It has cal.38 on right side of barrel.Serial #491009 on rightside of frame.
Grips are black from dad keepin it wrapped in a rag with 30wt oil.It is tight
and shoots fine.I give the finish 95%.There are adjustment screws for
windage and elevation.What do you think it is worth?Thanks for the help.

PetahW · 03-26-2009, 07:58 PM

$200-$250, +/- ........Provided a buyer can be found.

Taurus's are EZ to buy new, but a bear to sell used - mostly, I presume, because most potential buyers would rather pay a tad more for new or want better quality.

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03-24-2009, 06:28 PM	#1
rowpu Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 11	Model 501B Taurus What is it worth? I have a model (looks like an 80 or old style 84) 38 Special six-shot revolver with a 4 inch barrel.i cannot find model #,501B is on cylinder arm. It is not blue (could it be nickel or plated ?)There were a few rust spots, but theycame off with a little Kroil and fine steel wool .Just left a little discoloration no pitting.I think the rust may have bled off something else. It has cal.38 on right side of barrel.Serial #491009 on rightside of frame. Grips are black from dad keepin it wrapped in a rag with 30wt oil.It is tight and shoots fine.I give the finish 95%.There are adjustment screws for windage and elevation.What do you think it is worth?Thanks for the help. --> Last edited by rowpu; 03-24-2009 at 07:40 PM.. Reason: model # incorrect

03-26-2009, 07:58 PM	#2
PetahW Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: State of Despair Posts: 239	Re: Model 501B Taurus What is it worth? $200-$250, +/- ........Provided a buyer can be found. Taurus's are EZ to buy new, but a bear to sell used - mostly, I presume, because most potential buyers would rather pay a tad more for new or want better quality. .