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How Much Is an FN Five-Seven Worth? (2026 Value Update)

Isaiah Miller
Written by:Isaiah Miller
Updated On:April 1, 2026
8minutes read

The FN Five-seveN is one of the better-known (and at times, controversial) semi-auto pistols. Also referred to in print as the FN 5.7, this was one of the first polymer handguns. It’s lauded for its lightness, compact size, and low recoil.

The original  was introduced in 2000 but civilians only got access to it in 2004. With the 5.7x28mm cartridge recently becoming more affordable, interest in the Five-seveN is growing today.

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Current Market Value of a FN Five-Seven

How much is an FN Five-seveN worth? The average used FN Five-seveN is worth $240 to $540. A new Five-seveN sells for around $1,109 at retail (add $100 for the MRD variants).

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How We Calculate USed FN Five seveN Value

FN Five seveN price estimates are most often affected by the gun’s condition and variant. Customization can affect the price too, though it’s on the uncommon side for these guns.

Condition and Value

FN Five seveN with RDS

Five seveN pistol price always goes up if the gun is in good condition. The more use (or abuse) the Five-seveN has seen, the less it sells for.

A gun professional can appraise your gun to give you a valuation. Gun appraisal usually has a fee, but we ourselves offer it for free online.

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From there, you can estimate used how much it’s worth using these tiers:

Like-New or Mint

  • Top prices for secondhand guns
  • Never fired, never marked
  • Perfect form and function

Excellent

  • About 10% less than mint
  • Only lightly used, near-invisible wear
  • Near-perfect form, perfect function

Very good

  • About 20% less than mint
  • Used occasionally, with a little wear
  • Wear is limited, perfect function

Good

  • About 30% less than mint
  • Used often but cared for
  • Worn but not ugly, perfect function

Fair

  • About 40% less than mint
  • Used often and not cared for
  • Wear is unsightly, mostly intact function

Poor

  • About 50% less than mint
  • Beat up, scratched, dented, or rusted
  • May not even work any longer

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How We Appraise FN Five-seveN Models

The FN Five seveN used to come in a variety of models. Some have been discontinued to make way for new iterations, but many older models still show up on the used gun market.

First Generation FN Five-seveN Value

FN Five seveN first generation worth

The average used FN Five seveN is worth $250 to $550.

This is the first version of the Five-seveN, released in 1998. It was double-action, not available to civilians, and had a pebbled grip. You can often differentiate it from later guns with its lack of a slide release and smooth slide.

FN Five-seveN Tactical Value

FN Five seveN tactical worth

The average used FN Five seveN Tactical is worth $300 to $600.

This was the original single-action Five-seveN, released shortly after the double-action First Generation gun. The trigger pull on this was similar to the models today, much lighter than the double-action version.

This is also when the ambidextrous safety device and slide release were added. This version of the gun was eventually replaced by the IOM variant.

FN Five-seveN IOM Value

FN Five seveN IOM worth

The average used FN Five seveN IOM is worth $450 to $950.

The IOM or Individual Officer Model was the first version made available to civilians. Released in 2004, it added a Picatinny accessory rail, serrated slide and trigger guard, and adjustable sights.

These are among the most sought-out models for these guns. As such, you usually won’t have a problem if you want to sell an FN Five seveN IOM.

FN Five-seveN USG Value

FN Five seveN USG worth

The average used FN Five seveN USG is worth $400 to $900.

USG stands for United States Government. This variant eventually replaced the IOM and added a tighter grip pattern as well as square trigger guard. It also comes with both adjustable and fixed sight options.

If you want to sell an FN Five seveN USG and are wondering why its resale value is slightly lower than IOM despite being very similar, it’s because more people seem to prefer IOMs.

There are two other colorways possible for it, by the way. The brown version was called the Five-seveN FDE (Flat Dark Earth). Meanwhile, the olive version was called the Five-seveN ODG (Olive Drab Green).

FN US stopped offering this gun around 2013, as it’s now been replaced by the MK2.

FN Five-seveN MK2 Value

FN Five seveN MK2 worth

The average used FN Five seveN MK2 is worth $500 to $1,000.

This was released in 2013 and for a time, was the standard Five seveN in production. It was discontinued in 2025.

It has a one-piece metal slide (vs. the older variants’ two-piece slide) and adjustable sights. This was also available in three colorways: black, FDE, and black with FDE.

This is a model that holds value well. Because it’s a premium firearm in the line, we use a secure gun shipping and buying system to ensure every transaction is fully insured and legally compliant.

FN Five-seveN MK3 MRD Value

FN Five seveN MK3 MRD worth

The average used FN Five seveN MK3 MRD is worth $500 to $1,000. A new FN Five-seveN MK3 MRD costs about $1,050 at retail.

This is the main in-production model of the gun. It’s available in the black and FDE colors, has a new grip texture design and slide, and is ready for red-dot sights.

The “MRD” in its name actually refers to “mini-red-dot sights.”

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How We Appraise FN Five-seveN Finishes

FN Five seveN with bullets

You’re probably wondering if the gun’s finish affects its value. Well, the price of used FN Five seveN guns typically doesn’t change based on the finish. They all cost the same.

Here are the current finishes you can get for this gun, however. This will at least tell you if a Five-seveN’s finish is factory or aftermarket:

  • Black polymer
  • FDE or flat dark earth
  • ODG or olive drab green
  • Two-tone (usually black and FDE)

How Upgrade Affect What We Pay for Your Five-seveN

TLR-7 Streamlight value

There are a few upgrades that can affect the worth of FN Five-seveN guns. Let’s see how much these can add if you’re selling a used FN Five seveN.

Red Dot Sights

Mini-red-dot sights are probably the most common customizations applied to Five seveNs. Of course, they can be applied most easily to the more costly MRD variants.

Anyway, the added value to Five seveN gun value depends on how much use the sight has had. That’s because each use of the pistol actually contributes to wear on it. The force exerted by the slide alone batters the sight during usage.

Value: Keep 30% to 50% of the sight’s cost if in good condition.

Weapon Lights

Weapon lights are arguably the second-most common of the upgrades we see for these guns. The Streamlight TLR-1 HL and SureFire X300U-A are examples of popular options.

Value: Keep 30% to 50 of the light’s cost if in good condition.

Extra Magazines

Always popular because… well, who doesn’t want more mags? These typically just go for about half their original cost, however. The 20-and-up mags generally sell better.

Value: About $7 per 10-round mag, $10 per 20-round mag, $15 per 30-round mag.

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General Questions & Answers

One of the biggest obstacles to widespread adoption of Five-seveNs as handguns has been the cost of cartridges. For a long time, 5.7x28mm cartridges have been too expensive to make using Five-seveNs for practice economical. Things are changing now that more manufacturers are producing the cartridge and selling them for more reasonable prices.

The Five seveN ammo price today varies, but you can get 450 40-grain rounds from Fiocchi for about $200 now. FN’s and Federal Eagle’s are usually a little more expensive, coming in at over $300 per 500 rounds.

Unfortunately, the Five-seveN has been controversial thanks to its use in things like the Mexican Drug War and the Fort Hood military base shooting. This has led to initiatives calling for a ban on the gun and its ammo, though none have been approved.

A Five-seveN may be worth it for self-defence when used right. The 5.7 cartridge may not travel as far as some other rounds, but it does have a tendency to tumble on impact. This grants it good stopping power. Combined with the round’s famously low recoil (30% less than a 9mm one), this makes target reacquisition easy as well as effective. This is a gun that lets you fire groups faster than many other handguns. Ultimately, the answer to “Is an FN Five seveN worth buying” will depend on your shooting style and specific situation. For many people, the gun is a good one for defence and concealed carry, in particular.

Your average Five-seveN will come with a 20-round or 10-round pistol, but there’s an aftermarket magazine that extends it to 30 rounds. The FN Five Seven is controversial due to its armor-penetrating capabilities and high magazine capacity, raising concerns about its potential misuse.

Yes, the FN 5.7 is considered a good gun for its accuracy, low recoil, and specialized ammunition, suitable for specific scenarios.

The 5.7 cartridge offers higher velocity and armor-piercing potential, making it arguably more powerful than standard 9mm rounds.

The 5.7 round is suitable for personal defense, law enforcement, and military use due to its armor-penetrating ability and reduced recoil.

The 5.7's popularity stems from its unique characteristics, appealing to those seeking a balance between firepower, magazine capacity, and accuracy.

The 5.7 round can penetrate certain types of body armor, making it a consideration for law enforcement and military applications.

The 5.7 is effective for self-defense due to its combination of controllable recoil, high capacity, and armor-penetrating capabilities.

It depends. The 5.7 is favored by some over 9mm for its armor-penetrating potential and flatter trajectory, enhancing accuracy over longer distances.

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