2026 Private Sale Market Data

Gun Value
by Condition

How condition affects firearm value — NRA grading scale, condition definitions, and 2026 price impact.

Condition Grading

NRA Condition Grades — How They Affect Value

NRA Condition Standards. Buyers will inspect — accurate grading leads to smoother sales.
Grade	Definition	% of Retail	Glock G19 Gen 5 Example
New in Box (NIB)	Unfired, complete factory packaging, all papers	90–100%	$500–$580
Excellent	Fired less than 100 rounds, no visible wear	80–90%	$430–$500
Very Good	Light handling wear, fully functional	70–80%	$370–$430
Good	Normal use wear, mechanically sound	55–70%	$310–$370
Fair	Significant wear or cosmetic issues, functional	40–55%	$240–$310
Poor	Heavy wear, functional issues possible	20–40%	Under $240

Inspection Checklist

What Buyers Check When Inspecting Used Firearms

Bore condition — Clean bore with sharp rifling. Pitting or heavy fouling are red flags.

Finish wear — Holster wear on the slide/frame reduces value. Refinished (reblued) guns command less.

Action function — Cycle, safety, magazine release, trigger pull all tested.

Cylinder lock-up (revolvers) — Tight lock-up on all chambers is critical for value.

Stock/grips — Cracks, chips, or non-original replacement stocks reduce value significantly.

Serial number match — All numbers should match on collectable firearms.

Modifications — Undisclosed modifications are the most common source of buyer-seller disputes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Gun Value by Condition — NRA Grading Scale 2026

How much does condition affect gun value?

Enormously. The difference between NIB and Good condition is typically 30–40% of retail value. On a $1,000 firearm, that’s $300–$400. Accurate condition grading and honest photos are the most important thing a seller can do.

How do I sell privately for maximum value?

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