About Paul Johnston Expertise I can answer most questions regarding firearms, their use, function, action etc. with a focus on german firearms my speciality.
Experience I am a registered Federal Firearms Licensed dealer. and am owner of Johnston Small Arms Co. . I am a part-time gunsmith and full-time gun enthusiast.
Organizations Pro-Gun NH, Gun Owners of NH (G.O.N.H.), Life memeber NRA, Instructor NRA., member North American Hunting Club.
Education/Credentials I have a certificate in machining, and have apprenticed with Ed Lander of NH for 5 years, a full-time gunsmith since 1946.
Question My dad left me a Colt Police Positive .38. I would like to sell it, but do not know if there is a market. Where would you suggest that I try to sell it? The Colt is in fair condition.
Thank you, Don
Answer I make most of my best money off of Gunbroker.com, and if it was a long gun you'd be all set, as it is a handgun you need to go through a dealer for the transfer which may run you $10.-30., there is a market for them. If you price on the low end it will sell quick, if you go by book value it will take you longer. What's good about gunbroker is unlike ebay (who sucks!! Wicked anti-gun), they don't charge anything till the sale is made. If you list there, spend the extra $.50 to get the "counter", as after you list, if nobody is looking at it you are way too high. Remember also you can always drop the price but you can't go up, so go high then readjust based on # of hits to your auction. Or perhaps pick a price and maybe I'll buy it. I like the old stuff. Thanks.
