SMITH & WESSON “New Departure” .32 S&W Safety Hammerless C&R LEMON SQUEEZER 5-Shot Smith & Wesson SELF DEFENSE Revolver

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SMITH & WESSON “New Departure” .32 S&W Safety Hammerless C&R LEMON SQUEEZER

5-Shot Smith & Wesson SELF DEFENSE Revolver

Here we present a C&R Smith & Wesson .32 Double Action Safety Hammerless Revolver, made circa the early 1900s in Springfield, Massachusetts. 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, 3-.5 inch, or 4-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 5 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 good. Some original blue is present in low trafficked areas, but most of it has matured to a dark gray patina. Good bore for its age. Markings are legible. “17” is hand marked on the butt. The action does not function as the grip safety has been immobilized. Both grips are good with average wear and remain seated firmly.

This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.

Barrel is 3-1/2 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.

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$750
#240760