$ Market Value by Condition
| Condition | Low | Mid (Market) | High | Confidence | 30-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | $1,030 | $1,120 | $1,210 | 88% |
→ 0.9% (30d) |
| Excellent | $819 | $910 | $1,001 | 85% |
→ 1.1% (30d) |
| Very Good | $708 | $805 | $902 | 82% |
→ 1.2% (30d) |
| Good | $595 | $700 | $805 | 80% |
→ 1.3% (30d) |
| Fair | $431 | $525 | $620 | 72% |
→ 1.4% (30d) |
| Poor | $263 | $350 | $438 | 60% |
→ 1.6% (30d) |
Market values derived from verified sales data. Mid (Market) price reflects the most likely transaction price. Confidence reflects data density — higher means more sales observations.
≈ BarrelBook vs. Blue Book
| Feature | BarrelBook | Blue Book of Gun Values |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time market pricing | ✓ Live data | ✗ Annual print edition |
| Actual sales data | ✓ Verified transactions | ✗ Publisher estimates |
| 30-day price trends | ✓ Included | ✗ Not available |
| Buy / Sell / Hold signal | ✓ Included | ✗ Not available |
| Free to use | ✓ Free | ✗ Paid subscription |
Bottom line: Blue Book prices are often 6–18 months stale. The Smith & Wesson 686 market moves. BarrelBook reflects what buyers are actually paying today.
⊕ Recent Auction Sales
Smith & Wesson-maker firearms sold at Heritage Arms & Armor auctions. Historical and antique examples may command premiums over modern retail values.
Smith & Wesson .44 Magnum Revolver with Presentation Case
S&W Model 29-2
S&W K-Frame Revolver Pinned Barrel
S&W Model 29-2 Pinned and Recessed .44 Magnum
Smith & Wesson Model 29 Revolver
Hammer prices derived from Heritage Auctions realized sale data. Collector and antique firearms typically command premiums over standard retail values.
◈ Current Value (Good Condition)
$700
Mid-market price · Good condition
Market Signal
● HOLD
30-Day Trend
→ 1.3% (30d)
Range
$595 – $805
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