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Lot 1520: Wolf & Klar Engraved Smith & Wesson .38 M&P Revolver

Documented Famed Texas Retailer Wolf & Klar Shipped and Engraved Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 Fourth Change Double Action Revolver with Relief Steer Head Carved Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 24, 2024

Lot 1520: Wolf & Klar Engraved Smith & Wesson .38 M&P Revolver

Documented Famed Texas Retailer Wolf & Klar Shipped and Engraved Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 Fourth Change Double Action Revolver with Relief Steer Head Carved Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 24, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Documented Famed Texas Retailer Wolf & Klar Shipped and Engraved Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 Fourth Change Double Action Revolver with Relief Steer Head Carved Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38 Military & Police
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W special
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: pearl
Stock:
Item Views: 1473
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 447
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

The accompanying factory letter states the revolver was shipped on November 19, 1923 to famed Forth Worth, Texas, retailer Wolf & Klar Co. with a 4 inch barrel, nickel finish, and checkered non-monogrammed square butt grips. The revolver is decorated with characteristic Wolf & Klar zig-zag engraving in vine and leaf, bordering, floral blossoms, and even butterflies. The revolver is further enhanced with a set of pearl grips featuring a jewel eyed relief carved steer head on the right side. Matching serial numbers appear on the butt, cylinder, and barrel.

Rating Definition:

Extremely fine as an example Wolf & Klar artistry, retaining 95% plus original nickel plating with a small patch of pitting at the front sight and crisp engraving. The grips are also excellent with crisp carving and attractive colors. Mechanically excellent.



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