Gun Collectors Dream Auction #79 Weapons of War
Lot 1389:
Sold for: $700
Description
A Smith & Wesson U.S. Army Model 1917 double-action revolver, constructed primarily of blued steel with two-piece wooden grip panels. The barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS U.S.A.” along with multiple patent dates including “DEC.17.1890 JAN.24.93 OCT.6.96 DEC.22.96 FEB.6.1906 SEP.14.1909”. Additional barrel markings read “S. & W. D.A. 45” and “UNITED STATES PROPERTY”. The butt of the grip clearly displays “U.S. ARMY MODEL 1917” and the serial number “NO 66198”, which is also present on the barrel assembly and visible on the frame, along with various proof or inspection marks such as “S”, “G”, and “NP”. A lanyard ring is affixed to the base of the grip.
Condition report:
The revolver exhibits significant finish wear, scratching, and holster marks across its blued surfaces, with areas of minor pitting and discoloration. The wooden grips show wear, nicks, and dents consistent with age and use.
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