Shipped in August 1936, it has standard S&W markings, importer marking on the butt, matching serial numbers on the butt, cylinder and ejector shroud, right grip numbered to a different gun and matching assembly numbers on the crane and yoke. The factory 38/44 Outdoorsman box has a illegible white label on the underside.

Excellent. The revolver retains 99% original blue finish showing faint loss at the muzzle, limited minor handling marks and a light cylinder drag line. 99% plus original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are extremely fine with most of the finish remaining, a few minor handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. The faded box is very good with minor wear. Provenance: Frank Staig.