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Lot 499: Wolf & Klar Shipped Smith & Wesson .44 HE Third Model Revolver

Desirable Wolf & Klar Fort Worth, Texas Shipped Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector Third Model Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 9, 2022

Lot 499: Wolf & Klar Shipped Smith & Wesson .44 HE Third Model Revolver

Desirable Wolf & Klar Fort Worth, Texas Shipped Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector Third Model Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 9, 2022

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Desirable Wolf & Klar Fort Worth, Texas Shipped Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector Third Model Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 44 Hand Ejector
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44 S&W special
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 3028
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 311
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

The included factory letter states that this gun was part of a 45 gun shipment (20 blue and 25 nickel) all of which had 5 inch barrels, the records do not specify which serial numbers had which finish. The shipment was sent to Wolf & Klar of Fort Worth, TX, on January 30, 1927. Right grip panel numbered to another gun. Matching numbers found on butt, cylinder, and ejector shroud.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retaining 75% plus original nickel finish with a few areas showing light frosting, minor spotting in areas, light handling evidence, some wear on the grip edges, and sharp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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