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Lot 915: Smith & Wesson .38/44 Heavy Duty Pre-Model 20 Revolver

Smith & Wesson .38/44 Heavy Duty (Pre-Model 20) Double Action Revolver with Gold Box and Factory Letter

Lot 915: Smith & Wesson .38/44 Heavy Duty Pre-Model 20 Revolver

Smith & Wesson .38/44 Heavy Duty (Pre-Model 20) Double Action Revolver with Gold Box and Factory Letter

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Smith & Wesson .38/44 Heavy Duty (Pre-Model 20) Double Action Revolver with Gold Box and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38/44 Heavy Duty
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 420
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: The bore is shiny with crisp rifling.
Description:

Factory letter states the revolver was shipped on August 23, 1955 to W.S. Darley & Co. of Chippewa Falls, WI with a 4 inch barrel, blue finish, and checkered walnut grips. With original gold box.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall with original finish, light cylinder drag line, rub mark with pitting at the muzzle, some scattered handling marks mostly on the grips, crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very fine.



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