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Lot 685: Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Revolver, Letter

Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2019

Lot 685: Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Revolver, Letter

Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

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: 1178
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 316
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 6 1/2 inch barrel, Call gold bead front sight (special order feature), blue finish and checkered walnut silver medallion grips when shipped to Hunt & Mottet Co., Tacoma, Washington, on December 22, 1931. This was a single unit shipment billed at the wholesale price of $27.90. Right grip panel numbered to another gun. Matching numbers on the butt, cylinder, and barrel.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 97% original blue finish showing a cylinder drag line, mild muzzle wear, minor handling evidence and crisp grip checkering overall. Nearly all original case colors remain. Mechanically excellent.



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