Fwb 60x series values

[Sammi1968]

Just looking for some thoughts about the 600 series from Fwb. Been watching for last 2 years or so and mainly see 601's and 603's up for sale. Ranges go from $600 up to $1k depending..  I guess my question is where does the value of a 602 sit? It's clear since they don't come up for sale very often, they must be some what rarer? I know they were only made for a short time so the numbers available are probably much less. So will the value of a 602 surpass the 603's over time for the collector? Just looking for some thoughts and provoke some discussion around these rifles.  My opinion, can't go wrong with any of them.

[HectorMedina]

Sammi

Part of the problem is that the situation in Germany, and generally Europe, is much different from the one in the USA. And so, "general knowledge" may not reflect the reality.
The 603 was still being made a few years ago on order from Clubs and the German Shooting Federations.
While most "serious" shooters were already using PCP's, clubs had the option of ordering SSP's for their users (it is VERY common in Europe to have the Club be the owner of the guns, not the shooters, that makes the licensing thing a moot point).
So, from the "scarcity" POV, in the long run, the 601 is a much more desireable model.

Why the "long run" note? because Clubs will typically use a gun for 15 years, or more. Some of the 300's and 75's that are coming into the market are precisely Club guns that were maintained by Club armourers over some time then the Club decided to sell, to club members at a bargain price, then the members sell after some years of use; so you have some long lead times in the process.

HTH





HM

[Sammi1968]

Hi Hector,
Than you for those insights. I gather then that we should continue to see the 603's available for awhile yet.  Assume the 601's value will increase based on availability.  What are your thoughts on the 602 long term potential vs the other 2 models?
Thank you for your insights.

[dtdtdtdt]

For what little it is worth.  Here's what the most current Blue Book of Airguns valuations are for the 600 series.   As usual, the real value is the deal struck between a willing buyer and a willing seller.

Cheers

MODEL 600
- .177 cal., SL, SSP, recoilless top-of-the-line match rifle with aperture sights, unique hardwood laminate stock, 585 FPS, 10.5 lbs. Disc. 1988.This model was also available in a Running Boar variation with an extra-long barrel cover that unscrewed for transporting.

Grading, Value ($)   
100%. 800
95%     600
90%     500
80%     450
60%.   300   

Subtract 10% for left-hand variation.
Last MSR was $900.
 
MODEL 601 
- .177 cal., SL, SSP, 10.5 lbs. This model replaced the Model 600.

Grading, Value($)
100%  850
95%   750   
90%   650   
80%     600
60%     400

Add 5% for 5454 diopter sight.
Subtract 10% for left-hand variation.
Add 25% for Running Target Model.
Last MSR was $1,750.
 
MODEL 602
- .177 cal., SL, SSP. This model replaced the Model 601.

Grading. Value($)   
100%. 900   
95.      800
90.      700
80.      650
60       450
Subtract 10% for left-hand variation.
Last MSR was $1,875.
 
MODEL 603/603 JUNIOR
- .177 cal., SL, SSP, recoilless top-of-the-line match rifle with aperture sights, unique hardwood laminate stock, 570 FPS, 43 in. OAL, 10. lbs. Disc. 2008. This model replaced the Model 602.

Grading
100.  2150
95.    1500
90.    1300
80.    900
60.    795
   
Add 5% for left-hand variation.
Add 10% for multi-colored laminated stock.
Add 15% for left-hand multi-colored laminated stock.
Subtract 20% for FWB 603 Junior.
Last MSR was $2,445.