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Lot 3561: Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Pre-Model 36 Revolver

Very Early Forestview Police Department Marked Three Digit Serial Number Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Pre-Model 36 Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2022

Lot 3561: Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Pre-Model 36 Revolver

Very Early Forestview Police Department Marked Three Digit Serial Number Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Pre-Model 36 Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2022

Estimated Price: $2,250 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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Very Early Forestview Police Department Marked Three Digit Serial Number Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Pre-Model 36 Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: Chief Special
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 special
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1448
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 279
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1951. Matching serial numbers on the butt, cylinder, and barrel. As is common with police department marked guns, the right grip is numbered to another gun. Features half moon front sight, small trigger guard, and serrated flat cylinder release. The left side of the grip frame is marked "K-142-4963-5376/Forestview ILL. P.D." Includes a correct Smith & Wesson red box. Provenance: The Ernie Rice Collection

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, a cylinder drag line, and some high edge, holster type wear on the leading edge of the cylinder. Mechanically excellent. Box is fine with limited storage and handling marks.



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