Boxed Smith & Wesson Model of 1950 .45 Target, Pre-Model 26 .45 ACP 6.5" Revolver, MFD 1955Our Assessment: This Smith & Wesson's Model 1950 .45 Target, which was made in 1955. During this period, Smith & Wesson N-frame revolvers often came in maroon-colored boxes and this revolver comes with its original box and cleaning supplies. The gun looks great for a revolver of its age with a good bore and light marks in its otherwise rich blued finish. For the dedicated S&W collector, this a great find with serial matching parts and box in this kind of condition. You likely won't see another like this for a long time. Please see our photos and good luck!
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: Model of 1950 .45 Target, Pre-Model 26
Serial Number: S140031
Year of Manufacture: 1955
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: 6-Shot, Double Action / Single Action, Swing-Out, Fluted Cylinder Revolver
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked "SMITH & WESSON", the right is marked "45 CAL. MODEL 1950". The inside of the ejector shroud, rear of the cylinder, rear flat of the yoke, and ejector star are serialized to the frame with the barrel flat and cylinder markings preceded by "S". The crane and cut are marked "54673", the cut is also marked with "T" and "3". The sideplate has the S&W monogram logo, the right of the frame has the four-line marcas registradas address. The butt is marked with the serial number. The inside of the right grip panel is stamped "140 / 031".
Barrel Length: 6 1/2", Pinned, with shrouded ejector rod.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a patridge blade integral to a serrated, ramped base fixed to the front of the barrel's serrated rib. The rear sight is a white-outline square notch in a base micrometer adjustable for windage and elevation screwed to the topstrap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut magna stocks with S&W medallions and smooth diamonds around the grip screw escutcheons. There are a couple of very light marks on the bottom faces of the grips. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The checkering is strong. There are no chips or cracks. The grips are in about excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue with Case Colored Hammer & Trigger
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is shallow but has defined edges. There are a few spots of light surface erosion, mainly in the grooves.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There are a few nicks and thin scratches, the most noticeable is a scratch on the sideplate. There is some finish loss on the sides of the barrel at the muzzle. There are a few little marks through the finish on the barrel. There is a turn line on the cylinder that has thinned the finish. There are some little nicks on the trigger guard. There is thinning on the trigger from use. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder produces very little side to side play in full lockup in all 6 chambers. The double action trigger pull is smooth, the single action is crisp. We did not fire this gun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a maroon two-piece cardboard Smith & Wesson box with a rod, mop, & brush. The box has markings which correctly describe the revolver including the serial number marked in grease-pencil on the bottom of the tray. The box has scattered wear on the interior and exterior, mainly to edges and corners, with a split on one of the edges of the tray and splits to two of the edges of the lid. Overall, the box is in about Very Good condition.
CA LEGALITY: C&R: YES, CA DEALER Transferable: YES, CA PPT: YES.
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