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Lot 1516:Cecil R. King Inscribed S&W .44 Hand Ejector Revolver with Box

August 24th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Lot 1516:Cecil R. King Inscribed S&W .44 Hand Ejector Revolver with Box

August 24th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector 4th Model Target (Pre-Model 24) Double Action "Club Gun" Revolver Inscribed to California Democrat Cecil R. King with Gold Box and Factory Letter

The included factory letter lists this revolver in .44 Special with a 6 inch barrel, bright blue finish, rosewood grips and engraved "Cecil R. King" when shipped on May 22, 1952. The revolver is fitted with target sights and marked with "SMITH & WESSON" on the left and "44 S&W SPECIAL CTG" on the right. The frame is marked with the S&W monogram on the left. The ejector shroud is stamped with the "B" inside a diamond refinish marking from when the revolver received the current extra polished deluxe blue finish. Matching "Club Gun" serial number (0472) stamped on the butt, cylinder, and barrel. These revolvers were intended to be given or loaned to shooting clubs and individuals as test guns. Notable shooters received several, and some of them show shipments to several people or clubs. The sideplate is inscribed "Cecil R. King". Cecil R. King (January 13, 1898-March 17, 1974) served as a member of the California State Assembly representing the 67th district from 1937-1942. He was then elected as a member of the United States House of Representatives, serving as the first representative of California's 17th district from 1942-1969. It was during his time in the House of Representatives that King would receive this revolver. During his time in office, King would vote in favor of the Civil Rights Acts of the 50s and 60s and the 24th Amendment. Before making his entrance into politics, King fought in World War I as a private. Includes a S&W gold box with an added and remarked end label.

ConditionExcellent overall as factory inscribed and refinished with some light handling marks, some softening of the markings, a light cylinder drag line, and cylinder drag lines. Mechanically excellent. This would make a magnificent addition to any Smith & Wesson collection!
Details
ManufacturerSmith & Wesson
Model44 Hand Ejector
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Handgun
Caliber / Gauge44 S&W special
Barrel6 1/2 inch solid rib
Finishblue
Griprosewood

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views1740
Catalog page445
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