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Lot #3287

Lot 3286: Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman Transition Revolver

Rare Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman Transition (Post-War Transitional) Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Lot 3286: Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman Transition Revolver

Rare Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman Transition (Post-War Transitional) Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,500
Price Realized:
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Rare Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman Transition (Post-War Transitional) Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38/44 Outdoorsman
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2014
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 200
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1946 as one of just over 2,300 total produced in 1946-1949 and falling in the S62940-S75000 serial number range. Rare checkered rib barrel variation utilizing leftover pre-war Registered Magnum barrel. These are only found in the S69000 serial number range and no more than a small few are known to collectors today. Matching serial numbers on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder, and ejector shroud. Comes with the original S&W box numbered to the gun. Provenance: The Dave Ballantyne Collection

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 98% plus original blue finish with muzzle wear and a light cylinder drag line. The grips are also excellent with minimal handling marks and overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with repairable spit lid corners.



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