The included factory letter confirms the current configuration of adjustable sight, blue finish, and 6 1/2 inch barrel when the revolver was shipped to Mine & Smelter of Denver, CO, on September 23, 1946. Only a total of just over 2,300 of these transitional revolvers were built. The revolver shows matching serial numbers on the barrel, cylinder, and butt. Fitted with a Patridge front sight, micrometer rear sight, and checkered walnut grips with silver S&W medallions. Includes a correct model factory maroon box with faint illegible serial number.

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original blue finish with a cylinder drag line, light handling evidence, a few freckles of spotting, two small dings on the left grip panel, and sharp checkering on the grips. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with some corner wear.