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Scarce Pre-War Smith & Wesson .22/32 "Kit Gun" Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:1,600.00 - 2,500.00 USD
Scarce Pre-War Smith & Wesson .22/32  Kit Gun  Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter
Manufactured in 1940, this revolver features a Marble front sight and adjustable rear sight. The top of the barrel is marked with the two line address/patent dates, "SMITH & WESSON" on the left and the caliber designation on the right side. The right side of the frame is marked with the S&W logo and "MADE IN U.S.A.". Blue finish with casehardened hammer and trigger and fitted with smooth pearl grips with S&W medallions. The accompanying factory letter verifies the serial number, 4" barrel, blue finish, that it had checkered walnut grips when shipped and that it was shipped as a single gun to an individual in Huntington Beach, CA. on October 3, 1940.
BBL: 4 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 22 LR
Finish: blue
Grips: pearl
Serial Number: 534576
Condition: Excellent. The revolver retains 97% bright original high polish blue finish with some wear and thinning on the muzzle end of the barrel, a drag line on the cylinder and a few minor dings and scratches. The slightly undersized replacement grips are also excellent with some minor handling marks. The markings retain sharp. The action is excellent.