NB - EXCELLENT- near new condition 95% - 98%, used but little, no noticeable marring of wood or metal, bluing near perfect (some wear at muzzle or sharp edges can be expected).

This is one of only 200 Pre-Model 26s chambered in .45 Colt. The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 6 1/2 inch barrel in rare .45 Colt caliber, blue finish and checkered walnut grips (currently fitted with replacement target grips) when shipped on March 24, 1955 and delivered to Harvan Sporting Goods Co., New York City. The barrel is marked "SMITH & WESSON" on the left and "45 COLT CTG." on the right. The grips are marked "MADE IN ITALY" on the back. A trigger shoe has been installed. Matching serial numbers are on the butt, cylinder, and ejector shroud.

Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with a few minor handling marks and a cylinder drag line. Nearly all original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are fine as replacements with minimal handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent.