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Lot 3566:Smith & Wesson Model 38 Bodyguard Revolver with 3 Inch Barrel

May 15th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Lot 3566:Smith & Wesson Model 38 Bodyguard Revolver with 3 Inch Barrel

May 15th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,800 - $2,750

Early Smith & Wesson Model 38 Bodyguard Double Action Revolver with Rare 3 Inch Barrel and Box

Manufactured between 1958 and 1961. Matching serial numbers on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder and barrel. Serrated ramp front sight, rare three inch barrel, and serrated flat cylinder release. Includes a Smith & Wesson box with end label listing finish as blue and barrel length hand remarked to 3 inches. Provenance: The Ernie Rice Collection

ConditionExcellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, a cylinder drag line, and a few spots of wear in the overall crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is fine with scattered light storage and handling marks as well as the shadow of a previous label on the end. One of the most rare J-frame models ever produced!

Details

ManufacturerSmith & Wesson

Model38

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge38 special

Barrel3 inch round

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL