RFI: CS-1 686

[167]

A buddy who is an FFL sent me this picture of a CS-1 686 that he is selling on consignment. In good shape, but wondering value so I know what to pay for it He his giving me first shot at it, and a U.S. Treasury marked Model 15.

[TC215]

Here is probably the best info you will find on them:

http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-rev...86-cs-1-a.html

The 4" versions aren't as desirable as the 3", but they're still sought after. And those aren't the original grips.

I bought mine, a 3" model, earlier this year or late last year, I can't remember. It was in like-new condition, with the 2M stamp, and had the box, which is pretty rare. I paid $1500 and felt like I got a deal (the 3" CS-1 was a grail gun for me). They continue to go up in price, some over $2000.

ETA: The grips could actually be original. Those grips were put on overrun guns that were sent directly to distributors.

[Wheeler]

The last 4" I saw locally went for $700.

[Poconnor]

Those are the grips on mine when I bought it new from a LGS back in the 80s. I bought a second one that was "factory" refurbished as a used gun. They are great shooters

[167]

I am thinking it may be a factory overrun. They came with those grips too from what I can find out.

[blues]

Never carried a CS-1 but worked with a lot of Inspectors in South FL who supported our cases who did. (Mostly CET guys.)

Now, a Treasury issued 2" Model 15 is one I did carry for four years between 1983 and 1987 (with a Model 36 as back up).

Good luck. I hope they turn out to be great guns for you.

[167]

Oh, I missed the Mod 15. It was too nice to shoot anyway. Going to let the CS-1 sit for a while and see what happens. Might be able to talk him down

[andre3k]

If it was an issued gun then those aren't the original grips. The original grips will be rubber pachmyer with a window at the bottom that allows you to see the serial number.

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[Det1397]

If it was an issued gun then those aren't the original grips. The original grips will be rubber pachmyer with a window at the bottom that allows you to see the serial number.

Mine is a BNIB 3" with the RB Packmayr grips. Purchased at an LGS sometime in the 80's for like $369... Came in an original factory blue box with the latest factory upgrades.

[Tamara]

The 3" CS-1 gives me all the feels.