Old Sheriff Model worth it?

[MotownStan]

Greetings,
I saw this Sheriff Model at GM for $559. The cylinder has turn line and  holster scuffing. It has original box ,bag, manual etc. I called USFA and they said it was made in 2000 which means it has some Italian parts. Considering the price of a new one this doesn't seem bad. Any thgoughts? Frankness is welcome.
Thanks - Stan

[Major 2]

I believe I would spring for it....I like it

I have an early prototype, of conversion make by/for USP FA I know it's Italian linage, it was made in 92.
Fine shooter too and aside from replacing the Firing pin ( * I though was the suspect in soft hits ) it's been flawless in operation.

[RRio]

Yep! I'd go for it, if I had the chance or change.  Neat looking USFA.

For what it is worth, I have one from when they called themselves United States Patent Firearms and even has Uberti stamped underneath the barrel, I feel it is every bit as well made as my other USFAs.

[MotownStan]

Thanks for pushing me over the edge. 

[Capt. John Fitzgerald]

I have one just like it that was made around 2005 and it is one of my favorites!

[Old Doc]

Anybody know when they stopped using Italian parts and went to doing everything in house?

[Doc Sunrise]

My understanding is that during 2001-2002, new CNC equipment was purchased to bring everything in house.  I would think that 2002-2003 would be a safe place to say that USFA products were 100% American Made.  I have some models from 2003 that would agree.

[jdpress]

You can buy a brand new, current production, USFA Sheriff's Model in full polished Dome Blue for about the same amount.  There are five listed on Guns America by Robertson Trading Post.

http://www.gunsamerica.com/911595754/Guns/Pistols/Colt-Replica/_45_Colt_Cowboy_Sheriff_3_in_U_S_Fire_Arms_Mfg_Dome_Blue_Brand_New_in_Box.htm

J.D. Press