Sgt. Fox Posted January 11, 2004 Report Share Posted January 11, 2004 Hey there. I'm looking to buy an L drum for my Kahr arms semi-automatic and was wondering what a reasonable price would be. I see a mint condition auto-ordinance one for sale for $950, but that seems a little steep to me. Is it? Thanks a bunch for your help so I don't get taken. http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/wink.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murray Posted January 11, 2004 Report Share Posted January 11, 2004 A mint condition Auto Ordanance drum could be worth that price if it is a Bridgeport WW2 drum in mint condition how ever be carefull, the West Hurly Drums are also marked Auto ordnance and are worth: About $250 for a 39 round, $500 for a 50 and $1000 for a 100 round drum The quickest was to tell is to remove the winding key and see if there is a hole in the rotor shaft. No hole means that it is a West Hurly. Hole means it is an older more valuable drum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SecondAmend Posted January 11, 2004 Report Share Posted January 11, 2004 I am aware of a West Hurley 50 round in stated mint condition that recently sold for $650. Well past what I was willing to pay but what may be is required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
full auto 45 Posted January 12, 2004 Report Share Posted January 12, 2004 You should be able to find a Westy, remember it need work, for under $600. You may take some time, but look around and barter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZDoug Posted January 12, 2004 Report Share Posted January 12, 2004 I guess this isn't the time to bring up my 1972 Numrich Arms catalog that was listing WWII and probably 1920's drums also for $7 each??? Doug http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/unsure.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billie32 Posted January 12, 2004 Report Share Posted January 12, 2004 Just based on what I have seen and my own experience with selling drums: 39 round drums- $350 50 round WH- $650-700 (although people seem to be asking more for them now) 100 round WH- $1250-1500 Original drums seem to bring around $900+ in fine condition. Original 100 round drums are about $3500 (still considered a good buy) to $5000. Good luck and enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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