I'm currently looking at a couple of S&W I-Frames at my local LGS, at a very good price. I don't know very much about these little pistols, so I'm looking for some information. What do you all think about this revolvers.
One is a blue Model 30 or 31 (I honestly forgot to look, I was so excited). This one has some frame scuffs on the lower portion of the frame, just above and behind the trigger, on both sides. It also has some holster wear on the end of the barrel. The second one is and 1903 model, but it's in nickel with gold trigger, hammer and cylinder release. The condition of the finish is exceptional, but the gold parts turn me off. And I suspect the nickel has been redone or added at some point. The blue pistol is $400 and the Nickel is $375.
Are these acceptable prices on these little guns? is there anything I should look for that would keep me from buying one or the other?