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Lot 1678: Collector's Lot of Two Smith & Wesson Double Action Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two Smith & Wesson Double Action Revolvers Attributed to San Francisco Police Captain George Dyer the Inspiration for Dirty Harry

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2016

Lot 1678: Collector's Lot of Two Smith & Wesson Double Action Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two Smith & Wesson Double Action Revolvers Attributed to San Francisco Police Captain George Dyer the Inspiration for Dirty Harry

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2016

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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A) Smith & Wesson Model 19 Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 19
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 357 magnum
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1734
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 322
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured between 1963 and 1966. Fixed blade front and adjustable rear notch sights, standard markings on the barrel and frame, and fitted with a casehardened trigger and hammer. The grips are checkered with inset silver S&W medallions. The original box is included. The revolver is attributed to and includes a collection of memorabilia relating to San Francisco Police Department Captain George Dyer. Dyer was an investigator on the Zodiac Killer case, and director Don Siegel's inspiration for the iconic Dirty Harry character. Items include an article from the January 16, 1972, edition of the Oakland Tribune with an interview with Don Siegel, where Dyer is mentioned as the inspiration for the Dirty Harry character, a collection of photographs taken during the school bus hijacking scene of the Dirty Harry movie, a copy of "San Francisco Police and Peace Officers' Journal" from December, 1951, assorted rank insignia and medals, various police uniform patches, and stationery.

Rating Definition:

Very good with 85% plus original blue finish, small surface scratches overall, light edge and high point wear, and handling marks overall. The grips are also very good with traces of original varnish, slightly flat checkering, and an honest well worn appearance. Mechanically excellent. The box is good with some fading, and corner and edge wear.



B) Smith & Wesson Model 36 Double Action Revolver with Holster

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 36
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1734
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 322
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Fixed blade front and frame notch rear sights, standard markings, and checkered grips with inset silver S&W medallions. Includes a tooled Earl Ginn black leather holster. The original box and papers are also included.

Rating Definition:

Very good with 90% original blue finish, scattered handling marks overall, nicks, and surface scratches. The grips are good with well worn original varnish, crisp checkering, and assorted small nicks and dings. Mechanically excellent. The box is good with corner and edge wear, and fading of the lid.



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