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Lot 2859: Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Revolver

Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 4th Change Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 5, 2023

Lot 2859: Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Revolver

Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 4th Change Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 5, 2023

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,100

Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 4th Change Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38 Military & Police
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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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:

Manufactured in 1915-1942. Right grip panel numbered to another gun, and the back of both grips are hand marked "John A. Griffin/80 Carlton St" and dated "1/16/42." Provenance: The Dave Ballantyne Collection

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