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Lot #3279

Lot 3278: Two Pre-World War II Smith & Wesson Double Action Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two Pre-World War II Smith & Wesson Double Action Revolvers with Factory Letters

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 7, 2017

Lot 3278: Two Pre-World War II Smith & Wesson Double Action Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two Pre-World War II Smith & Wesson Double Action Revolvers with Factory Letters

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 7, 2017

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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A) Smith & Wesson 38-44 Outdoorsman Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38/44 Outdoorsman
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1859
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 114
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

The included factory letter confirms the model, serial number, barrel length, caliber, hammer style, sights, grips, and a December 19, 1939, date of shipment to E.K. Tryon Co., of Philadelphia, PA. Features a fixed, red highlighted Patridge blade front and fully adjustable rear notch sights, standard markings, and checkered "hump back" hammer.

Rating Definition:

Fine. 70% original blue finish remains with extensive light surface oxidation visible overall, mild edge wear, and a cylinder drag line. The grips are good with worn checkering, small dings and indentations, and a few chips around the butt. Mechanically excellent.



B) Smith & Wesson .38/44 Heavy Duty Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38/44 Heavy Duty
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1859
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 114
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

The included factory letter confirms the model, serial number, caliber, barrel length, grips, and the date of shipment as January 2, 1940, to Shapleigh Hardware Co. of St. Louis, Missouri. The revolver has standard markings and features.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. 85% plus original blue finish remains the some light muzzle wear, handling marks overall, and a cylinder drag line. The revarnished grips are very good with well-defined checkering, small dings, and indentations on the butt. Mechanically excellent.



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