i have a choice

[Rakkana]

look into it. could be worth a bit more in a few years or if you sell it at the right time.

 

[SnipErlite]

Restore it

 

[steampunk42]

already said earlier....im into competitive shooting and i specialized in revolvers

 

[MR.Spartacus]

recently my dad approached me and gave me a case contained a very old Italian revolver...now here's the choice....the revolver is in pretty bad condition and would be very hard to clean up and make usable again. on the other hand i could sell it for quite a bit and buy a new revolver...i like the Italian model but i don't want a gun the does not function and is unusable in my pistol collection. i welcome your suggestions.

As you've implied already owning multiple firearms you should try fixing it. It could pay off even better later if nothing else.

 

[Mawmon]

One other thing to consider is that restoring some antiques can significantly decrease the resale value. Step one with anything vintage is to get it professionally appraised by at least two different people.
Just something to think about.

 

[Tekkawarrior]

I would restore it and keep it, money wont hold VS the sentimental value.
Don't spend a fortune on restoring though I would say.