Manufactured 1977-78. Fixed blade front and rear notch sights, standard markings, full blue finish, factory Class "A" coverage floral scroll engraving on the frame and slide, smooth grips, and a checkered back strap. Includes original box listing engraving on the end label and extra magazine. Provenance: The Ernie Rice Collection

Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp engraving. Grips are very good wit a few small dings and crazing in the varnish. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with scattered storage and handling marks.