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Lot 481: Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Revolver

Excellent Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Lot 481: Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Revolver

Excellent Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Double Action Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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Excellent Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman (Pre-War) Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38/44 Outdoorsman
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2247
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 402
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1931-1941. Features pinned blade front and adjustable square notch rear sights, Magna grips, humpback hammer and matching serial numbers on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder, and ejector shroud. Comes with the original S&W blue picture box numbered to gun, bore brush, and period S&W .38/44 Outdoorsman pamphlet.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 97% original blue finish with some muzzle wear, a few minor handling marks, and cylinder drag line. Nearly all original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are also excellent with limited handling marks and overall crisp checkering. The worn box is very good. Mechanically excellent.



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