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Lot 597: Smith & Wesson 60 Revolver 38 S&W special

Extraordinary Documented Engraved and Gold Inlaid Smith & Wesson Model 60 Double Action Revolver Photographed on Cover of Guns Magazine (1970)

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Lot 597: Smith & Wesson 60 Revolver 38 S&W special

Extraordinary Documented Engraved and Gold Inlaid Smith & Wesson Model 60 Double Action Revolver Photographed on Cover of Guns Magazine (1970)

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $4,750
Price Realized:
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Extraordinary Documented Engraved and Gold Inlaid Smith & Wesson Model 60 Double Action Revolver Photographed on Cover of Guns Magazine (1970)

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 60
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 2 inch solid rib
Finish: stainless steel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1549
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 128
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Manufactured circa 1969 and custom engraved. The revolver features a well executed full coverage floral scroll engraving with a gold eagle overlay on the right side of the frame and gold highlighted S&W monogram on the left side of the frame. A band of engraving is featured on the rear of the cylinder and the top strap is also engraved. Polished stainless steel with a matte finish on the hammer and trigger. The barrel retains the standard Smith & Wesson markings with four line address on the front right of the frame. Fitted with checkered S&W medallion grips with the right panel numbered to the gun. The factory blue box is numbered to the gun with cleaning rod and instructions. According to the consignor he carried this professionally engraved revolver while on duty as a Cleveland area police officer. Pictured on the cover of the Guns magazine, issue February 1970.

Rating Definition:

Professionally embellished by a Master Engraver. The revolver has a few light handling marks. The grips are near new with only the slightest handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Box is very fine.



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