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Lot 1016: Smith & Wesson 38/44 Heavy Duty Revolver 38 S&W special

Pre-War Smith & Wesson .38/44 Heavy Duty Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 24, 2016

Lot 1016: Smith & Wesson 38/44 Heavy Duty Revolver 38 S&W special

Pre-War Smith & Wesson .38/44 Heavy Duty Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 24, 2016

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200
Price Realized:
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Pre-War Smith & Wesson .38/44 Heavy Duty Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38/44 Heavy Duty
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 103
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Rating:

NE - GOOD- in working condition, wear on working surfaces, finish 40% - 79%, no broken parts, no corrosion or pitting that will interfere with proper functioning, but may have some minor surface pitting. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 40% - 79% gun.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

The included factory letter states that the revolver was shipped on March 10, 1931 to Von Lengerke & Antoine Co. of Chicago.

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