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Lot 195: Lot of Two Revolvers - A) Early Smith & Wesson 1955 .45 Target M

Lot of Two Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2007

Lot 195: Lot of Two Revolvers - A) Early Smith & Wesson 1955 .45 Target M

Lot of Two Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2007

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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A) Early Smith & Wesson 1955 .45 Target Model with Box

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 1955
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 Colt
Barrel: 6-1/2 inch ribbed
Finish: nickel
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 725
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 41
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

A four screw N-Frame revolver chambered for the .45 Colt round manufactured in 1957. Patridge front sight with red insert and target rear sight with white outline. Casehardened target hammer and trigger, 6 round fluted cylinder with shrouded ejector rod, and smooth grips with gold S&W medallions. Markings under the left grip indicate this gun was returned to the factory, possibly for refinish, in March of 1961. In S&W box for another gun with extra rear sight.

Rating Definition:

Nearly all of the factory refurbished finish remains with scattered faint to light pitting. The S&W logo on the side plate has been polished thin. The grips are excellent.



B) Smith & Wesson Model 27-2 Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 27-2
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 357 magnum
Barrel: 6 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: Goncal Alves
Stock:
Item Views: 725
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 41
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Built on the N frame, and equipped with Patridge front sight and an adjustable rear sight, casehardened checkered target hammer and serrated target trigger, six round fluted cylinder, and checkered target grips with gold S&W medallions. The barrel rib, top strap, and rear sight are finely checkered. Made circa 1976.

Rating Definition:

Near new with only a very faint drag line on the cylinder.



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