Who grades the condition of the handguns, Bud’s or CIA?

the Grades come from Century International. They add the designator at the end of the model number such as "G" = Good, "VG" = Very Good or "E" Excellent as examples.

Timothy the Grades come from Century International. They add the designator at the end of the model number such as "G" = Good, "VG" = Very Good or "E" Excellent as examples.

Wat does surplus condition means ????

Surplus is imported surplus firearms. Joseph, this model number Model: HG3764V = Very Good Condition. Ending in G = Good and ending in E = Excellent & F = Fair and P = Poor.

normally military or police surplus They use the last letter in the Model number to indicate condition this model number Model: HG3764V = Very Good Condition. Ending in G = Good and ending in E = Excellent & F = Fair and P = Poor.

In short words Joseph.... " Surplus " means "USED" doesn't mean horrible or broken like the fellow members said the corresponding letter at the end of serial number will help you figure out basic condition of firearm. Hope this helped

normally military or police surplus They use the last letter in the Model number to indicate condition this model number Model: HG3764V = Very Good Condition. Ending in G = Good and ending in E = Excellent & F = Fair and P = Poor.

Wat condition is surplus

they use the last letter in the model number to indicate condition this model number Model: HG3764V = Very Good Condition. Ending in G = Good and ending in E = Excellent & F = Fair and P = Poor.

Joseph, this model number Model: HG3764V = Very Good Condition. Ending in G = Good and ending in E = Excellent & F = Fair and P = Poor.

What is/are the difference(s) between the HG3764G and the HG3764V models?

they are the same gun century put different model numbers on them due to the different condition of these used guns HG3764G G=Good condition

What is the difference between this Star 9mm BM and the other Star 9mm that is at a lesser price?

Our website updates every 20 minutes, 24/7, with our current inventory and replacement cost. We do not price our guns manually based on our cost in each, rather we use a live download from manufacturers and distributors to set our price based on our current replacement cost. As our cost changes, the corresponding website price of each make/model will change up/down accordingly. Although our profit margin remains unchanged, our advertised prices will change frequently, sometimes several times per day.

There may be a condition difference James. The number of each item number Buds has in stock also plays a heavy role in the price as well. The more in stock the lower the price and vice versa. I would confirm with Buds directly at LiveChat (available from 9AM to 9PM 7 days a week), the "Blue Chat Button" at the bottom right of the page, or phoning at (859) 368-0371 (available 9AM to 9PM EST Monday through Friday).

The condition is listed as surplus condition so my question is if that is meant to imply that the finish on this item is considered better than the other Star BM pistol model from Century, which would be model number HG3764G, considering that that model is mildly cheaper.

Tyler, this will be a toss up condition wise simply due to vendor grading standards. I can tell you that Buds is one of the more conservative graders as far as online vendors go. My opinion is the finish will be marginally better than the Century Star BM's.

this will be a toss up condition wise simply due to vendor grading standards. I can tell you that Buds is one of the more conservative graders as far as online vendors go. My opinion is the finish will be marginally better than the Century Star BM's.

Is this pistol new, used, reconditioned or never issued?

These are used Dwane. These pistols are used surplus and in good working order, but may exhibit some wear on the finish in addition to some dings and scratches. It has a 3.77" barrel and a single action only trigger system with a locking breach. Featuring a steel frame and traditional black fixed sights you'll recognize the familiar feel and controls. It has a durable matte blued finish.

Hi Dwane, These are Surplus used.

does buds sell extra mags for this weapon?

Not that I could find but they are available here https://www.classicfirearms.com/star-bm-9mm-8rd-mag

Not that I could find but they are available here classicfirearms.com/star-bm-9mm-8rd-mag. centerfiresystems.com/p-50715-star-bm-9mm-original-factory-8rd-magazine.aspx . ebay.com/b/Star-Gun-Ammunition-Magazines/177879/bn_1865183

Buds does not Ian. Several vendors have them just see who has the lowest shipping cost (1). centerfiresystems.com/p-50715-star-bm-9mm-original-factory-8rd-magazine.aspx ----- (2).classicfirearms.com/star-bm-9mm-8rd-mag ----- (3). ebay.com/b/Star-Gun-Ammunition-Magazines/177879/bn_1865183

Buds does not Ian. Several vendors have them just see who has the lowest shipping cost (1). https://www.centerfiresystems.com/p-50715-star-bm-9mm-original-factory-8rd-magazine.aspx ----- (2).classicfirearms.com/star-bm-9mm-8rd-mag ----- (3). https://www.ebay.com/b/Star-Gun-Ammunition-Magazines/177879/bn_1865183

reason I asked is that a couple of reviewers mentioned getting 2 mags on this particular listing which is for $267 vs another listing at lower price whcih usually is based on condition

it comes with 1 8 round mag according to the importer Century arms if you are lucky enough to get 2 mags with it consider it a bonus

Gary, this particular "Batch" comes with (1) 8rd Magazine.

does it come with 1 or 2 mags..Box and or manual? thanks

Hi Gary, This comes with (1) 8 round magazine. Specs - Compact all steel 1911 Commander style slide and frame • Blued finish • Dovetailed rear sight • Fixed front sight • Black plastic checkered grip panels • Manual safety lever • Checkered spur hammer >>>>>> Comes with one 8 rd. mag. • Good surplus condition

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it is a surplus (used gun) it comes with 1 -8 round mag np box or manual specs from Century arms This is the compact version of the famous Star Model B. Loosely based on the 1911, these pistols have been used all over the world for quite some time. • Compact all steel 1911 Commander style slide and frame • Blued finish • Dovetailed rear sight • Fixed front sight • Black plastic checkered grip panels • Manual safety lever • Checkered spur hammer ****** Comes with one 8 rd. mag. • Good surplus condition

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Used CIA STAR Model BM 9mm Semi Auto 8rd - Blue/Black, 3.8" Barrel, 8 Rounds

Name: Used CIA STAR Model BM 9mm Semi Auto 8rd
Brand: Century Arms
SKU: 56178
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.70 (39 reviews)

39 Reviews| 10 Questions & Answers

Model: HG3764V

Condition: Surplus

Bud's Item Number: 56178

MFG: Century Arms

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Used CIA STAR Model BM 9mm Semi Auto 8rd

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9mm

Barrel Length

3.8

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Q: Who grades the condition of the handguns, Bud’s or CIA?
Answered

Asked 10/08/2018 22:38 by Timothy T

A:

the Grades come from Century International. They add the designator at the end of the model number such as "G" = Good, "VG" = Very Good or "E" Excellent as examples.
See 1 more answer |
Q: Wat does surplus condition means ????
Answered

Asked 09/24/2018 23:43 by Joseph F

A:

Surplus is imported surplus firearms. Joseph, this model number Model: HG3764V = Very Good Condition. Ending in G = Good and ending in E = Excellent & F = Fair and P = Poor.
See 3 more answers |
Q: Wat condition is surplus
Answered

Asked 09/24/2018 23:40 by Joseph F

A:

they use the last letter in the model number to indicate condition this model number Model: HG3764V = Very Good Condition. Ending in G = Good and ending in E = Excellent & F = Fair and P = Poor.
See 1 more answer |
Q: What is/are the difference(s) between the HG3764G and the HG3764V models?
Answered

Asked 08/23/2018 14:51 by Todd M

A:

they are the same gun century put different model numbers on them due to the different condition of these used guns HG3764G G=Good condition
Q: What is the difference between this Star 9mm BM and the other Star 9mm that is at a lesser price?
Answered

Asked 07/28/2018 19:33 by James W

A:

Our website updates every 20 minutes, 24/7, with our current inventory and replacement cost. We do not price our guns manually based on our cost in each, rather we use a live download from manufacturers and distributors to set our price based on our current replacement cost. As our cost changes, the corresponding website price of each make/model will change up/down accordingly. Although our profit margin remains unchanged, our advertised prices will change frequently, sometimes several times per day.
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Q: The condition is listed as surplus condition so my question is if that is meant to imply that the finish on this item is considered better than the other Star BM pistol model from Century, which would be model number HG3764G, considering that that model is mildly cheaper.
Answered

Asked 07/20/2018 23:59 by Tyler H

A:

Tyler, this will be a toss up condition wise simply due to vendor grading standards. I can tell you that Buds is one of the more conservative graders as far as online vendors go. My opinion is the finish will be marginally better than the Century Star BM's.
See 1 more answer |
Q: Is this pistol new, used, reconditioned or never issued?
Answered

Asked 05/21/2018 03:40 by Dwane B

A:

These are used Dwane. These pistols are used surplus and in good working order, but may exhibit some wear on the finish in addition to some dings and scratches. It has a 3.77" barrel and a single action only trigger system with a locking breach. Featuring a steel frame and traditional black fixed sights you'll recognize the familiar feel and controls. It has a durable matte blued finish.
See 1 more answer |
Q: does buds sell extra mags for this weapon?
Answered

Asked 04/25/2018 18:33 by Ian P

A:

Not that I could find but they are available here https://www.classicfirearms.com/star-bm-9mm-8rd-mag
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Q: reason I asked is that a couple of reviewers mentioned getting 2 mags on this particular listing which is for $267 vs another listing at lower price whcih usually is based on condition
Answered

Asked 04/02/2018 12:34 by gary g

A:

it comes with 1 8 round mag according to the importer Century arms if you are lucky enough to get 2 mags with it consider it a bonus
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Q: does it come with 1 or 2 mags..Box and or manual? thanks
Answered

Asked 04/02/2018 09:57 by gary g

A:

Hi Gary, This comes with (1) 8 round magazine. Specs - Compact all steel 1911 Commander style slide and frame • Blued finish • Dovetailed rear sight • Fixed front sight • Black plastic checkered grip panels • Manual safety lever • Checkered spur hammer >>>>>> Comes with one 8 rd. mag. • Good surplus condition
See 3 more answers |