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Lot 278:Prototype Smith & Wesson Grip Safety Forehand & Wadsworth Double Action No. 32 Revolver with Factory Letter

October 30th, 2024|Rock Island, IL

Lot 278:Prototype Smith & Wesson Grip Safety Forehand & Wadsworth Double Action No. 32 Revolver with Factory Letter

October 30th, 2024|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$300 - $500

Prototype Smith & Wesson Grip Safety Forehand & Wadsworth Double Action No. 32 Revolver with Factory Letter

The factory letter states that this revolver was purchased in 1882 by Smith & Wesson and modified by Joe Wesson to have a grip safety. Pictured in Gun Digest 2022 article "Pocket Protectors of the Past" on page 204. Also reprinted in 2023 Standard Catalog of Firearms. Provenance: The Supica Collection

ConditionVery good overall with original finish, minor handling marks. Mechanically very good.

Details

ManufacturerForehand & Wadsworth

ModelDouble Action No. 32

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge32 RF

Barrel2 1/2 inch round

Finishnickel

Griphard rubber

Bore conditionThe bore is frosted with visible rifling and oxidation/pitting.