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Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless .38 Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:125.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 600.00 USD
Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless .38 Revolver
This is a Smith & Wesson Third Model Safety Hammerless "Lemon Squeezer" revolver chambered in .38 S&W caliber.The "Lemon Squeezer" features a 3 ¼” barrel, blue'd finish, pearl grips, and a five shot cylinder. The Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless or Smith & Wesson New Departure (nicknamed by collectors as the Lemon Squeezer) is a double-action revolver that was produced from 1887 to 1940 by Smith & Wesson. The revolver incorporated an internal hammer and an external grip safety on its backstrap. It was chambered in .32 S&W and .38 S&W calibers; these calibers were discontinued prior to World War II, along with the Safety Hammerless Models. The revolver is marked on the top of the barrel. Overall, the revolver shows good condition, with solid grips, and a plum patina blue finish. The pistol functions, and is in good time, though the mechanics are stiff. Serial Number: 107935. This firearm qualifies as an Antique, and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.