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The Most Valuable Pistols For Collectors<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Why do people collect pistols? Well, you could put that type of question to those who collect coins, stamps, rare books, or even butterflies. If you ask one hundred of them, you\u2019ll get about that many different responses. Simply put, certain individuals have developed a passion for searching for something. Like finding the most valuable pistols and often they can\u2019t even give a concrete explanation as to why.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the case of pistols, sophisticated collectors enjoy the challenge of finding the right ingredients in a handgun. That blend of unusual spices makes it a special addition to their collection.\u00a0 Below are some of the most common traits they are seeking.<\/span><\/p>\n

Most Collectable Pistols<\/h4>\n

Scarcity:<\/b> If the demand for a pistol outpaces the supply of its production run, it will probably be a rare item, and those shortages will almost certainly increase its value. Since many of the most valuable pistols do not last for many years, age can also make them rare. Pistols that are scarce and have survived the test of time are typically prized by collectors.<\/span><\/p>\n

Condition:<\/b> Along those lines, a handgun\u2019s condition is a leading indicator of its collectability. A gun in pristine condition will usually be more valuable. Knowledgeable collectors will not be fooled by guns that have been buffed or modified to improve their condition. In other words, the pistol\u2019s finish should match its age, or it could lose substantial value.<\/span><\/p>\n

Uniqueness:<\/b> Any pistol that can claim to be the first to have come up with a certain feature will have greater value. Guns with early-production serial numbers will fetch higher prices. However once again, any pistol that has been modified or customized will lose value, and collectors will mostly avoid them.<\/span><\/p>\n

Historical Significance:<\/b> Some pistols played key roles in history, which makes them highly collectible. The German Walther P-38, for instance, showed its mettle in the sands of North Africa. Its legend increased in the tundra of the Soviet Union during World War Two. Or, better yet, the Colt Single Action Army Revolver, carried by the likes of Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson in the Old West and by General George Patton<\/a> as he led his troops against those who carried those P-38s.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a result, these pistols are as popular with collectors today as they were with the historical figures who carried them those many years ago. We’ll take a look at a few of these below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Makes A Pistol Collectable?<\/h4>\n

Here are five pistols that carry some or all of the above traits. They have become some of the most valuable pistols among collectors. Some of them may evoke images of battlefields and expert marksmen. While others are collected for their sheer beauty and uniqueness. Whatever the reason, these handguns are a collector\u2019s dream and will likely be popular for years to come: <\/span><\/p>\n

Colt Python .357<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
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The craftsmanship on the Colt Python .357 is outstanding, it’s considered by many to be the finest production revolver ever made.<\/p><\/div>\n

Released in 1955, the Colt Python soon gained a reputation as being one of the finest revolvers ever produced. Its original price tag was $125. Today, however, with production having ended in 2005, <\/span>the .357 Magnum Python<\/a> has taken its place <\/span>among the most collectible handguns, and it<\/span> can demand upwards of $4,000, while short-barreled models with a nickel finish can bring twice that amount.<\/span><\/p>\n

What makes the Colt Python so desirable?<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n