1987 Smith & Wesson Model 25-5 100904 .45 Colt 6" Revolver Double Action Revolver & BoxOur Assessment: This Smith & Wesson's model 25-5, a heavy barreled revolver chambered in .45 Colt with a 6" barrel, adjustable sights, and Target stocks. The Model 25, and its pre-numbered version, are built on the N-Frame and were in production from 1955 to 1991 and have made later appearances in the "Heritage" and "Classics" series from Smith & Wesson. This one has little in the way of wear and is in excellent condition with about 98% of its metal finish. It has a sweet bore and will be a great shooter, though N-Frames this good looking have quite the following. This will make a great addition to a Smith & Wesson or revolver collection and one the collectors won't want to miss out on!
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 25-5
Serial Number: AYM9860
Year of Manufacture: 1987
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Single/Double Action Swing-Out Cylinder Revolver
Barrel Length: 6"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated, ramped blade with orange plastic insert integral to the barrel's solid rib. The rear sight is a white-outlined square notch adjustable for windage and elevation in a base screwed to the topstrap.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered Goncalo Alves target stocks. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The checkering is well defined. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. There is a small spot of thinning on the trigger guard. The cylinder has a thin, faint turn-line. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in a serial-matching box with paperwork including manual.
CA LEGALITY: CA DEALER Transferable: NO, CA PPT: YES.
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