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

August 27th, 2023|Rock Island, IL

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

August 27th, 2023|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$3,000 - $4,500

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

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

ConditionExcellent, 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.

Details

ManufacturerSmith & Wesson

Model38/44 Outdoorsman

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge38 S&W special

Barrel6 1/2 inch solid rib

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL