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Lot 174: Excellent Smith & Wesson 5th Model 38 Double Action Revolver

Excellent Smith & Wesson 5th Model 38 Double Action Revolver with Rare Red Mottled Grips

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 1, 2017

Lot 174: Excellent Smith & Wesson 5th Model 38 Double Action Revolver

Excellent Smith & Wesson 5th Model 38 Double Action Revolver with Rare Red Mottled Grips

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 1, 2017

Estimated Price: $850 - $1,300
Price Realized:
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Excellent Smith & Wesson 5th Model 38 Double Action Revolver with Rare Red Mottled Grips

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38 Double Action
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W
Barrel: 5 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 80
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured from 1909 to 1911. The barrel rib has the one line address marking, left side of barrel has the caliber marking, and right side of frame has the S&W trademark. Pinned front sight and notch rear sight on the barrel latch. Matching numbers on butt, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. The revolver is fitted with rare and desirable red mottled grips with the S&W monogram. Nickel finish with blue trigger guard and casehardened hammer and trigger.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The revolver retains 97% original nickel finish showing very fine polish marks overall. Left side of barrel has a small patch of pitting. The hammer and trigger retain bright and vivid original case colors. The rare grips are also excellent with crisp checkering and an attractive color scheme. Mechanically excellent.



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