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Lot 540: Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Revolver

Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 2, 2025

Lot 540: Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Revolver

Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 2, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,250
Price Realized:
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Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38/44
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 443
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 429
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with minor signs of use and strong rifling.
Description:

Manufactured between 1931 and 1941 as one of 4,761 reported built. The revolver has matching serial numbers on the barrel, cylinder, right grip panel, and butt. Fitted with a Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, and checkered walnut grips with silver S&W medallions (screw slightly long). Included is a correct model factory blue picture box.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 98% original blue finish with minor handling evidence, a few scratches, light edge wear on the grips, and sharp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with edge wear.



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