Top Selling Revolvers on GunBroker (November 2025)
November on GunBroker was a wheel-gun month to remember. We pulled the Outdoor Analytics dashboard for new-condition listings and found clear winners—plus a few surprises—in both brands and model families. If you’re shopping for your next revolver (or tracking the market for your business), this quick breakdown will help you see what’s hot, what’s affordable, and where collectors are pushing prices higher.
November highlights at a glance
- Smith & Wesson led the brand race by a comfortable margin, with Colt and Ruger filling out the podium.
- The Colt Python family was the single biggest model line by unit share, while value favorites like the Heritage Rough Rider stayed strong on volume.
- Median sell prices ranged from budget-friendly plinkers under $500 to collector icons north of $2,000.
Top selling revolver brands (new) — market share with typical sell price
Here’s the clean, text version of the dashboard data for brands:
| Brand | Market Share | Median Sell Price |
|---|---|---|
| Smith & Wesson | 22.8% | $1,017 |
| Colt | 18.5% | $2,001 |
| Ruger | 16.5% | $767 |
| Taurus | 10.2% | $516 |
| Heritage | 4.6% | $166 |
| North American Arms (NAA) | 4.6% | $321 |
| Kimber | 1.9% | $1,002 |
| Charter Arms | 1.8% | $381 |
| Uberti | 1.5% | $781 |
| Chiappa | 1.4% | $1,017 |
| Cimarron | 1.2% | $739 |
| Taylor’s & Co. | 0.9% | $720 |
| Magnum Research | 0.9% | $1,348 |
| Pietta | 0.9% | $443 |
| Diamondback | 0.8% | $477 |
What this means
- Smith & Wesson keeps the crown on sheer unit share. Their wide lineup—from carry-size snubs to performance center guns—gives them reach across buyers.
- Colt punches above its weight on price. A high median reflects heavy interest in premium models and collectors paying up.
- Ruger delivers in the middle: broad selection and approachable pricing keep volume steady.
- Budget appeal: Heritage and Taurus sell because they’re friendly to first-time buyers and casual plinkers.
Top selling revolver families (new) — market share with typical sell price
| Model Family | Market Share | Median Sell Price |
|---|---|---|
| Colt Python | 5.7% | $2,087 |
| Taurus Small Frame Revolvers | 3.7% | $435 |
| Heritage Rough Rider | 2.9% | $157 |
| NAA Mini-Revolver | 2.5% | $298 |
| Colt King Cobra | 2.4% | $945 |
| Ruger Blackhawk | 2.2% | $829 |
| Colt Anaconda | 1.9% | $1,554 |
| S&W Model 629 | 1.9% | $1,274 |
| S&W Model 686 | 1.8% | $952 |
| Ruger Super Redhawk | 1.8% | $1,080 |
| Kimber K6s | 1.7% | $1,038 |
| Ruger Wrangler | 1.7% | $224 |
| Ruger LCR | 1.6% | $502 |
| Ruger GP-100 | 1.6% | $829 |
| Colt Single Action Army | 1.3% | $2,820 |
Model-level takeaways
- Python and Anaconda keep Colt at the top for enthusiasts. These are legacy names with modern fit and finish, and buyers are willing to pay a premium.
- Wrangler and Rough Rider show how much the market loves low-cost .22 fun. They move units because they’re easy to own and easy to shoot.
- Carry-focused picks like the Ruger LCR and Kimber K6s maintain steady demand from concealed-carry buyers.
- Big-bore standouts like the S&W 629 and Ruger Super Redhawk bring higher median prices thanks to hunting and backcountry utility.
How to use this if you’re buying or selling
- Buyers: If you’re eyeing a Python, expect collector pricing. For affordable range time, Wrangler and Rough Rider deliver the most fun per dollar.
- Sellers: List quality photos and specs on popular families (Python, 686, LCR). Demand is already there; great listings help you capture that premium.
Closing thoughts
The top selling revolvers on GunBroker in November 2025 tell a familiar story: heritage brands dominate, value models keep the volume humming, and a handful of icons command sky-high attention. Which camp are you in—collector, hunter, or casual plinker?