Welcome to this board, Terry. Very nice looking Knockabout. I'll take a whack at value for you.
My valuation system is based on market research from auctions. There are three factors considered - Brand Value level (BV), Original Quality grade (OQ), and Current Condition level (CC). Brand Value level for Francotte is BV3 (highest tier for Continental makers and the bulk of British makers). The OQ for a Knockabout is about OQ 6.5; a mid-grade boxlock ejector. Current Condition seems to be about CC2 (Limited use - slight finish wear, little shooting).
BV3-OQ6.5-CC2 = $2,600
Your gun falls into a group that represent very good "usin'" value, especially when found in high condition such as your.
Hope that helps. Post back if you have questions.
DDA
Thank you for this!!!
I had no idea, I kind of feel a little guilty now...just a little
I feel like I practically stole it, best investment I ever made, the down side now I'm not sure I want to go shoot it!! Yeah like that's going to happen.
Thanks again
Terry
