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Lot 1533:Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum (Pre-Model 27) Revolver

December 4th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1533:Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum (Pre-Model 27) Revolver

December 4th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,800 - $2,750

Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum (Pre-Model 27) Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the 3 1/2 inch barrel, ramp front sight, blue finish and checkered walnut square butt grips. The revolver was shipped on December 23, 1952 and delivered to Findlater Hardware Co., San Antonio, Texas. Matching serial numbers are on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder and ejector shroud. Provenance: The Doug Ellison Collection

ConditionExcellent, retaining 98% original blue finish with a light cylinder drag line. 95% plus original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are also excellent with crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerSmith & Wesson

Model357 Magnum

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge357 magnum

Barrel3 1/2 inch solid rib

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL