What to do with old S&W 38 revolver?

[53' Stude]

Good Korning folks. I inherited dad’s old 5 shot Smith and Wesson short barrel 38 revolver. I’m working on finding way to get rid of it since it’s not even registered. It’s not very accurate at all after 15 yards. Just bought a darn nice BERSA 380 ACP at Rural King also; I’m in heaven with that gun

Thank You for any and all advice.

 

[97prizm]

If it were my parents or grandparents It would have sentimental value. I don't shoot but maybe have it reconditioned or framed as a wall piece.

 

[Bottom_Feeder]

If it has no monetary or sentimental value and you just don't want it or the liability of possessing it, bring it to the local police station.

Do you live in a state where a firearm needs to be registered?

 

[Rand]

Anything short barrel is more <20ft vs 20 yards.
If you have no use for it,
It is sellable.. unregistered probably a plus at a gun show for example.
as long as you dont live in a commie gun state.

No selling/solicitating on bitog.

 

[shortyb]

Second the gun show sale of it. You'd be amazed at what an older revolver could bring at one of those as there are collector's roaming around looking for older pieces. Or ask around and find someone locally that would know it's value and give you a fair price or sell it for you. If you're simply looking to get rid of it, the local police can help in that regard. We used to take old surrendered guns in all the time and either auction them off if in shootable condition or destroy them.

 

[LDB]

It could be a lot more valuable than you think depending on exact model, condition etc. It would be very valuable just as my dad's to me but I had that kind of dad and relationship. Do some research or you may leave a lot on the table.

 

[gman2304]

Wish I was closer! I’ll take the old S&W 38 revolver over a new Bersa 380 any day!

 

[CarLuver]

Good Korning folks. I inherited dad’s old 5 shot Smith and Wesson short barrel 38 revolver. I’m working on finding way to get rid of it since it’s not even registered. It’s not very accurate at all after 15 yards. Just bought a darn nice BERSA 380 ACP at Rural King also; I’m in heaven with that gun

Thank You for any and all advice.

unless you are in a state that requires it, there is no registration so not much to worry about. can you post a pix of it and perhaps we can help you determine its value so you can sell it

 

[Chris142]

Take it to a gun store and sell it there.

 

[53' Stude]

So it’s a MODEL 36 i see

 

[53' Stude]

So I discovered that in PA I don’t have to register a handgun

So selling it should be easy. I’m torn on what to do with it. Dad bought it from friend and didn’t shoot it much. I have many boxes of “snake shot” and hollow points dad reloaded himself.

 

[tblt44]

Keep it

 

[BISCUT]

So I discovered that in PA I don’t have to register a handgun

So selling it should be easy. I’m torn on what to do with it. Dad bought it from friend and didn’t shoot it much. I have many boxes of “snake shot” and hollow points dad reloaded himself.

If selling without the use of a FFL I recommend a bill of sale and a copy of the purchasers driver license under the signature line on the bill of sale.

Edit: Unlikely you will get anything near a reasonable price from a FFL/pawn shop buying it from you. I don't particularly like Gunbroker but its an option and often higher return on a sale can be realized.

 

[eljefino]

Sell it to another private party through a gun dealer. The paperwork will cover your behind.

 

[Sequoiasoon]

https://www.gunbroker.com/smith-wesson-model-36/search?Keywords=Smith%20Wesson%20Model%2036&s=f

$300-$500 looks like scenario based on condition with yours being worn from holster or other and loosing some bluing at least on the outside. Barrel etc may have no wear if it was a backup gun.

 

[Bottom_Feeder]

So I discovered that in PA I don’t have to register a handgun

So selling it should be easy....

FYI

https://thegunzone.com/how-to-legally-sell-your-firearm-in-pennsylvania/

 

[Escape08]

I've seen old movies in the 1960s, FBI and CIA agents carrying 38 speical, I don;t know if it's govt standard issue. BTW, nice gun, no hiccups...fires all the time.

 

[incognito_2u]

Beautiful example of a Model 36 you have there, sir. Looks like the original checkered grips are in fantastic condition. The blueing needs some love and attention, but overall a classic. I bet if that gun could talk, it’ll have some good stories to tell!

 

[incognito_2u]

I've seen old movies in the 1960s, FBI and CIA agents carrying 38 speical, I don;t know if it's govt standard issue. BTW, nice gun, no hiccups...fires all the time.

When I came on the job, most old time Detectives carried those in an ankle holster. Patrol guys carried them as “back-up” guns!

 

[Pablo]

Keep