July 30th 2016 Premier Firearms Sale (20)
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 7/30/2016
5" barrel in .44 Special caliber. Features six shot, double action, blued finish, half moon front sight, diamond checkered walnut grips, and lanyard ring. Matching number on cylinder and barrel. The barrel is a pleasing mix of blue and brown patina with bright blue at breech. Straps have browned out, as has trigger guard. Frame and cylinder retain approximately 50-60% blue with high edge wear and balance turn patina. Traces of color on hammer. Grips are near mint, period style modern replacements. Action is perfect. Strong bore. Factory letter confirms all of the above and that this handgun was shipped December 8th, 1926 to Belknap Hardware Co. in Louisville, Kentucky. The 5" barrel is rather scarce in this model which is built on the square butt N frame.