Guns International #: 102902316

Category - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Pre 45 - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Antique

Category
Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Pre 45
Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Antique

HIGH CONDITION NICKEL WITH MEDALLION PEARL GRIPS S&W SAFETY HAMMERLESS 2ND MODEL .32, 3" BARREL MADE C.1909

Description:
HIGH CONDITION NICKEL WITH MEDALLION PEARL GRIPS S&W SAFETY HAMMERLESS 2ND MODEL .32, 3" BARREL #161XXX, MADE C.1909. The 2nd. model top break safety hammerless revolver was made from 1902-1909. Serial numbers ran from 91418 - 170000. Judging from that, I'd assume this one was probably made during the last year of the 2nd Mod. production. The Safety Hammerless was a popular design for pocket carry as it had no hammer to snag on clothing and the grip safety, "lemon squeezer," feature made it very safe to carry without fear it might go off unintended. The only way this revolver could fire is if the revolver was firmly gripped which depressed the grip safety and then the trigger pulled. The .32 S&W cartridge wasn't a powerhouse, but five quick shots double action could be formidable at close range. Because this revolver was easy to carry, many or even most were frequently carried in pockets or purses. Often they are now found in fairly worn condition. This example is particularly fine and comes with factory pearl grips with deep dish S&W medallions (pearl grips without medallions are almost always non-factory replacements). The full nickel finish is generally excellent with only some minor pin-prick freckling on a few very small areas of the cylinder and frame. The trigger guard and barrel catch retain fine factory blue. The grips are excellent and not chipped or cracked. The action on these is interesting as the double action pull initially revolves the cylinder and cocks the internal hammer. It then comes to a bit of a stop before a little extra pressure fires the revolver. This actually makes sighting for a deliberate shot very possible. Action is excellent and the bore shows good rifling and some scattered very surface corrosion or possibly lead that may brush out. A most handsome 113 year old Smith with all matching serial numbers and great pearls!

Price: $795.00

Curio/Relic: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .32 S&W
Manufacturer: SMITH & WESSON
Model: SAFETY HAMMERLESS
Serial Number: 161XXX
Barrel Length: 3
Condition: EXCELLENT