Just asking; I'm sure I cannot afford to buy, by ANY means.

[EvilBlackGun]

What would an original M-2, in cosmoline, in crate, complete w/o tripod, be worth in the 9/2012 market? I recall seeing thern adv. in Shotgun New years ago @ $11,000. And M-16s the same, as original guns. What's the up-dated price? Thanks, EBG

 

[CountryBoy19]

I have no idea what they are today, but I'm pretty sure a few years ago used ones were selling north of $20k. It was a good deal if you found a used one in the teens if I'm not mistaken...

Today's market, I have no clue, but that should be a "starting point" for your quest...

 

[JTinIN]

What would an original M-2, in cosmoline, in crate, complete w/o tripod, be worth in the 9/2012 market? I recall seeing thern adv. in Shotgun New years ago @ $11,000. And M-16s the same, as original guns. What's the up-dstrd price? Thanks, EBG

I am guessing "M2" = M2HB 50BMG, in which case assuming it is transferable (i.e. pre '86 and registered) and in particular an older WWII era that is a C&R, then a pretty penny, with a Colt being a few dollars more.

Friend got one for around six grand in the 90's.

 

[EvilBlackGun]

Thanks, Gents.

If I find 3, I'll call ya. EBG

 

[EvilBlackGun]

Wow, those prices really swing!

"In the 90s," would you say he got a good deal, or no? Was the barrel all shot out? Are barrels registered? It's all Q.T. and all, but whispered prices around the tri-states (IN,MI,OH) are 14-15k, M2HB, WWII vintage. I tracked a lead over a day and evening, but could not define whether the piece was "dirty" or transferrable. How can an "iffy" piece be made legal, and bought, or is it not possible? Does a lucky C&R owner claim a double price?

I am guessing "M2" = M2HB 50BMG, in which case assuming it is transferable (i.e. pre '86 and registered) and in particular an older WWII era that is a C&R, then a pretty penny, with a Colt being a few dollars more.

Friend got one for around six grand in the 90's.

 

[EvilBlackGun]

Who compiled ...

... your statistics?

I am guessing "M2" = M2HB 50BMG, in which case assuming it is transferable (i.e. pre '86 and registered) and in particular an older WWII era that is a C&R, then a pretty penny, with a Colt being a few dollars more.

Friend got one for around six grand in the 90's.

 

[JoshuaW]

... your statistics?

I can help with that one. Machine Gun Price Guides

 

[alfahornet]

If it is not a C&R but registered plate gun by one of the many manufacturers who built them prior to 86 ban, than around 20K is more realistic

 

[amafrank]

"In the 90s," would you say he got a good deal, or no? Was the barrel all shot out? Are barrels registered? It's all Q.T. and all, but whispered prices around the tri-states (IN,MI,OH) are 14-15k, M2HB, WWII vintage. I tracked a lead over a day and evening, but could not define whether the piece was "dirty" or transferrable. How can an "iffy" piece be made legal, and bought, or is it not possible? Does a lucky C&R owner claim a double price?

There is no such thing as an "iffy" piece. Its either registered properly or its contraband. You cannot make a non registered gun legal other than by destroying the right sideplate. The parts have value if they're in good shape. The illegal sideplate has liability to to the tune of 25yrs and $25K in fines.

Prices back in the 90's were quite a bit lower. I saw C&R guns selling for $1200-2000 and plates could be had for about $450. A sideplate gun complete and ready to go ran about $1000.

Value is related more to the paperwork then the gun in most cases. .50 Cal M2's are not automatically C&R. You have to prove to NFA branch they are over 50 years old to get the status because so many were rebuilt so often. Doesn't make sense but thats how it works. C&R guns are usually worth a bit more because they are far less common than sideplate guns or rewelds. A lot of guys built plates prior to 1986 and registered them. Current value for a shootable M2 plate gun with a mount is from $15-20K. C&R guns might bring $25 unless they're something special. Prices peaked a few years back at around $25K for a transferable sideplate gun. They're down now mainly due to the cost of ammo. When it was 80 cents a round the guns were popular. With ammo at $3/rd they're less so.

Dream on.....


Frank

 

[EvilBlackGun]

Thanks, Frank.

Got two C&R located up in Grayling, MI already. $8000 and $9500. Stated "Price of ammo" as reason for selling. Thanks MUCH for the information. EBG

 

[JTinIN]

The prices were lower in the 90's ... HK sears were $400 and a nearly new Colt M16A1 was several thousand ....

The Ma Duce friend picked up was a Colt and in great condition ...

 

[tomaustin]

EBG, you are missing a digit on those prices..........

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