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  • Auction Catalog #1034
  • Lot #3068
Lot #3067
Lot #3069

Lot 3068: Five Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 14, 2020

Lot 3068: Five Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 14, 2020

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Smith & Wesson Model 1917 Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 1917
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 982
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 190
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Rating:

OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.

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

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured 1915-1917.

B) Smith & Wesson Brazilian Contract Model 1917 Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 1917
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 982
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 190
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Rating:

OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Likely shipped in 1938.

C) U.S. Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 Fourth Change Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38 Military & Police
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 982
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 190
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.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured 1915-1942.Top strap marked "UNITED STATES PROPERTY". With U.S. military proofs on the butt.

D) Spanish Orbea Revolver

Manufacturer: Orbea & Cia
Model: Double Action
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 32 CF
Barrel: 4 1/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 982
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 190
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Rating:

NF - FAIR- 0% - 40% with generally smooth finish, may have mild cleaning yet not deeply pitted, but well worn, replacement of minor parts may need mechanical adjustments, may have rust and may have corrosion pits which do not render article unsafe or inoperable. In working condition. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 0% - 40% gun.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

E) Smith & Wesson .455 Mk II Hand Ejector 2nd Model Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 455 Mark II H.Ejector
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 Auto Rim
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 982
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 190
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Rating:

OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.

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

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured 1915-1917. With British proofed shortened barrel, frame, and cylinder. Cylinder altered for .45 Auto Rim ammunition.

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