Lot 1437:
Smith & Wesson .38 S&W Military & Police 'United States Property' Double-Action Revolver
Sold for: $500
Description
A Smith & Wesson .38 S&W Military & Police ‘United States Property’ double-action revolver, crafted from blued steel with checkered wooden grip panels. The barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS. U.S.A. PATENTED FEB. 6. 06, SEPT. 14. 09, DEC. 29. 14”, indicating an early 20th-century manufacture. The caliber is specified as “.38 S. & W. CTG” on the barrel. The right side of the frame is clearly stamped “UNITED STATES PROPERTY,” while the left bears the “MADE IN U.S.A.” stamp and the Smith & Wesson “TRADE MARK REG. U.S. PAT. OFF.” logo. A serial number, “936878,” is displayed on the butt with a lanyard ring, and also appears forward of the cylinder. Further markings “No 7” and “6699” are present on the top strap.
Condition report:
The revolver exhibits significant wear to its blued finish, extensive surface abrasions, and some areas of minor pitting, consistent with prolonged use and age. The wooden grip panels show wear to the checkering. Mechanical function appears consistent with age and wear.
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