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Smith & Wesson .38 Single Action 1st Model Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military / Hand Guns - Pistols Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,600.00 USD
Smith & Wesson .38 Single Action 1st Model Pistol
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Smith & Wesson .38 Single Action 1st Model Pistol

This example has a Model of 1891 First Model Single Shot Target pistol barrel installed. The serial number of this example is unique in that it is 021624, thus beginning with an "0" prefix (writer is only aware of the S&W club guns having this). The barrel is stamped with the serial number "2927". It has a blade front sight and a standard "V" rear sight. The barrel latch is stamped with the serial number "450939". The serial number is stamped on the butt. Fitted with a set of checkered hard rubber grips with the S&W logo at the top.

Manufacture: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38 Single Action
BBL: 10 inch solid rib
Stock:
Gauge: 22 LR
Finish: blue
Grips: hard rubber
Serial Number: 021624

Very fine as assembled, 85% of the original blue finish remains overall with areas of minor pitting along the barrel and some minor surface oxidation on the receiver and grip straps. Much of the original case colors remain on the trigger guard and hammer with a graying patina on the balance. The grips are both excellent with some scattered minor scratches. Mechanically excellent.