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Lot 3739: Two Smith & Wesson .38 Top-Break DA Revolvers

Two Smith & Wesson .38 Top-Break Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Lot 3739: Two Smith & Wesson .38 Top-Break DA Revolvers

Two Smith & Wesson .38 Top-Break Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Excellent Smith & Wesson .38 Third Model Top-Break Double Action Revolver with Pearl Grips

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38 Double Action
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 5760
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 303
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured from 1884 to 1895. Features pinned half-moon front and top latch raised notch rear sights with a 5 shot fluted cylinder, casehardened checkered hammer and trigger, blued trigger guard and fitted with pearl grips. The top of the barrel rib is marked with the standard two line address/patent date information, with the serial number stamped on the bottom of the butt.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, 99% original finish, with some very light frosting on the right side of the barrel and frame. The blued trigger guard exhibits some very minor thinning along the edges. The trigger and hammer retain most of the original bright case colors with loss due to cycling the action. The pearl grips are excellent with light handling marks. The markings are crisp and clear and the action is excellent.



B) Excellent Smith & Wesson .38 Fifth Model Top-Break Double Action Revolver with Pearl Grips

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38 Double Action
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W
Barrel: 4 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 5760
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 303
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured from 1909 to 1911. Features the 5th model characteristic integral forged front sight and top latch raised notch rear sights with a 5-shot fluted cylinder, casehardened checkered hammer and trigger, blued trigger guard, and pearl grips. The top of the barrel rib is marked with the standard one line address, with the left side of the barrel marked, "38. S. & W. CTG" flanked on both sides by Maltese crosses and the right rear of the frame exhibiting the circular Smith & Wesson logo.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, 99% original finish, with some very slight frosting on the inside of the right flute rib, and some minor scratches and dings just behind the cylinder on the same side. The trigger guard exhibits a few very minor spots of thinning and some edge wear. The trigger and hammer retain most of the original vivid case colors. The pearl grips are excellent with a small hairline crack on each side and only light handling marks (with the left grip crack extending to the butt).



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