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Lot 636: Two U.S. Military Double Action Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two U.S. Military Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 6, 2019

Lot 636: Two U.S. Military Double Action Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two U.S. Military Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 6, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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A) Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Second Model U.S. Navy Contract Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38 Military & Police
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1603
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 263
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

One of 1,000 manufactured to fulfill the Navy's second contract for these revolvers. It shows standard markings and features including Navy markings and number on the butt, "U.S.N./anchor/38 D.A./arrow through S/No/1874/J.A.B." Frame and crane are both marked "G4968/arrow through S". There is also an "arrow through S" on the bottom of the barrel along with the serial number. Collection marking in white on the bottom of the trigger guard protected by varnish.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall, retains 70% plus original blue finish with minor high edge/muzzle wear, numerous minor dings and scratches throughout including the grips which retain mostly well defined checkering and show some mild wear and light chipping. Mechanically excellent.



B) U.S. Colt Army Model 1903 Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1903
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 LC
Barrel: 6 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1603
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 263
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1903. The barrel underside has "P" and "R.A.C" inspector marks. The left side of the frame has an "R.A.C." inspector mark and "1903". Matching numbers or partial numbers on butt, frame, crane, and cylinder latch. The grips have "R.A.C." on the bottoms of each grip panel and lanyard ring of butt. Collection marking in white on the bottom of the trigger guard protected by varnish.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 75% plus original blue finish with the balance a smooth grey patina and some minor dings and scratches throughout. The lightly sanded and refinished grips have a few minor dings and scratches. Mechanically the action needs work, double and single action function intermittently.



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