Shipped in July 1955, it has standard S&W markings, importer marking on the butt, "10.56" factory warranty repair date on left frame, adjustable square notch rear sight and Magna grips. Matching serial numbers are found on the butt, cylinder, right grip panel and ejector shroud, and matching assembly numbers on the crane and yoke. The factory gold box is numbered to a different gun.

Excellent. The revolver retains 99% original blue finish showing very mild loss at the right muzzle, a cylinder drag line and a few minor handling marks. Virtually all of the case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are excellent showing a few minor handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. The box is very fine showing some scattered wear. Provenance: Frank Staig.