Lot 3450: Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Hammerless Revolver with Box

Early Four Digit Serial Number Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Hammerless Pre-Model 40 Centennial Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 28, 2022

Lot 3450: Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Hammerless Revolver with Box

Early Four Digit Serial Number Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Hammerless Pre-Model 40 Centennial Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 28, 2022

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,300

Price Realized:

Early Four Digit Serial Number Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Hammerless Pre-Model 40 Centennial Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson

Model: Chief Special

Type: Revolver

Gauge: 38 Special

Barrel: 2 inch solid rib

Finish: blue

Grip: walnut

Stock:

Item Views: 1699

Item Interest: Average

Serial Number:

Catalog Page: 277

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Description:

Manufactured in 1950-1952. Matching serial numbers on the butt, cylinder, barrel, and right grip. Features serrated ramp front sight, "lemon squeezer" safety, and serrated flat cylinder release. Includes correct Smith & Wesson red box. Provenance: The Ernie Rice Collection

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall, retaining 90% original blue finish with scattered handling marks, a cylinder drag line, high edge wear, and dings and scratches on the grips. Mechanically excellent. Box is very fine

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Lot 3450: Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Hammerless Revolver with Box

Early Four Digit Serial Number Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Hammerless Pre-Model 40 Centennial Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 28, 2022

Lot 3450: Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Hammerless Revolver with Box

Early Four Digit Serial Number Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Hammerless Pre-Model 40 Centennial Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 28, 2022

Early Four Digit Serial Number Smith & Wesson .38 Chiefs Special Hammerless Pre-Model 40 Centennial Double Action Revolver with Box

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