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October 20, 2002, 01:40 PM | #1 |
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Belleau Wood and Chateau Thierry Colt 1911 Commemoratives
My Colt book from RL Wilson says that only 25 each of the Special Deluxe versions were produced.
As I stand to inherit a couple of these from a friend of the family, I am curious as to their value. Both specimens are absolutely pristine, NIB, with their respective shadow boxes for display. Original paperwork is probably with them as well. There is also a doule date, double stamped Luger, and a few other oddments. |
October 20, 2002, 04:09 PM | #2 |
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New...they were a grand each.
Now...Fjestad says bout $2,700 each singly in 100 percent cond. Full WWI set would be.. Chateau Thierry Second Marne Belleau wood Meuse Argonne Full set with same ser # should be more than the sum of the individual values. Might be worth huntin down the other two. Sam |
October 20, 2002, 06:06 PM | #3 |
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Never mind Fjestad, that book is out of date, and invariably low on prices for high end collectables. As such, it is a great tool for buyers attempting to fox a gullible seller, but about worthless for actual valuations.
For example, they have H&K P9S .45 listed as about $650.00 in mint condition. Actual sale prices are closer to $1500-2000.00, IF you can even find one. Those P9Ss in .45 are rare birds. The Match Target version is even rarer and far more valuable, but Fjestad doesn't even list it. I want to know what they are *actually* selling for in the real world. If anyone has data on a recent sale of one, please respond. |
October 21, 2002, 12:49 AM | #4 |
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Like NADA and Kelly for vehicles...
Fjestad is history. And decent for insurance or loan purposes. Sorry I bothered you. Sam |
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