NB - EXCELLENT- near new condition 95% - 98%, used but little, no noticeable marring of wood or metal, bluing near perfect (some wear at muzzle or sharp edges can be expected).

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Manufactured in 1943 and subsequently engraved with an oak leaf, acorn and punch dot background design on the slide and frame. The top of the slide also has two buck heads, and the right side features a buffalo head and a bear. The standard markings remain including the "G.H.D." and "P" inspection marks on the left side of the frame.