SMITH & WESSON 3rd Model .32 S&W SAFETY HAMMERLESS Five-Shot C&R Revolver DOUBLE ACTION Self Defense Revolver NICKLE FINISH

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SMITH & WESSON 3rd Model .32 S&W SAFETY HAMMERLESS Five-Shot C&R Revolver 

DOUBLE ACTION Self Defense Revolver NICKLE FINISH

Here Ancestry Guns presents a C&R 3rd Model Smith & Wesson .32 Caliber Safety Hammerless Revolver, made circa the 1910s with a production run between 1909 and 1937 in Springfield, Massachusetts with a serial number range of 170000 through 242981. The Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless models were produced from 1887 (1888 for the 32) to just before World War II. They were chambered in either .32 S&W or .38 S&W with a five-shot cylinder. They were most often produced with a 2-inch, 3-inch, or 3.5-inch barrel. But some 6″ barreled versions are known to exist.

This revolver was made to be a simple, compact and reliable firearm that one could carry in a pocket or a holster around the turn of the 20^th Century. This revolver features an internal hammer design to remove risk of snagging or stopping the action. There is a grip safety built into the back of the grip frame. The frame is a top-break design that activates the automatic ejector.  These are very nice features from the turn of the 20^th Century! They were known as “The New Departure” to reflect the company’s new approach to designing revolvers.

These were petite and handy little guns that chambered 6 cartridges, perfect for the pocket and enough to get out of most scrapes. With gangsters, and career criminals running rampant, this example would have been the “pocket advantage” a person needed.

The overall condition is fine. Original nickel and blue finishes. Excellent action. Serviceable rifling remains in the bore with a frosted appearance overall. Both grips are in good shape with an average amount of handling wear. Markings are legible. Visible numbers match.

Own the original! This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.

Barrel is 3 inches.

Caliber: .32 S&W

Overall condition as seen in photos.

Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL or C&R licensee. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.

Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.

$950
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