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Lot 1532: Smith & Wesson Commercial Model 1917 Revolver

Rare Post-War Smith & Wesson Commercial Model 1917 Double Action Revolver with Box and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 24, 2024

Lot 1532: Smith & Wesson Commercial Model 1917 Revolver

Rare Post-War Smith & Wesson Commercial Model 1917 Double Action Revolver with Box and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 24, 2024

Estimated Price: $2,750 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Rare Post-War Smith & Wesson Commercial Model 1917 Double Action Revolver with Box and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 45 Hand Ejector
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1872
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 454
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

This revolver is one of 900 of its type manufactured between 1946-1948. The included factory letter lists this revolver as having a 5 1/2 inch barrel, blue finish, butt swivel, and checkered walnut grips when shipped to Hall & Knight Co. in Lewiston, Maine, on February 24, 1948. Fitted with half moon front and frame notch rear sights. Matching serial numbers marked on the butt, cylinder, barrel, and inside the right grip. Includes original S&W maroon box.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 98% original blue finish with some light handling marks, a faint cylinder drag line, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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