Sharp! Smith & Wesson New Departure .38 S&W 5th Model Safety Hammerless 3 1/4" DAO Revolver & BoxMake: Smith & Wesson
Model: 5th Model .38 Safety Hammerless, New Departure
Serial Number: 244189
Year of Manufacture: 1907-1940
Caliber: .38 S&W
Action Type: Double Action Only Top Break Revolver
Markings: Standard 5th Model markings.
Barrel Length: 3 1/4"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a half round blade. The rear sight is a "U" notch in the barrel latch.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered black hard rubber with smooth diamonds and S&W monograms. The grips have a couple light nicks and a light scratch or two. The checkering is strong. The grips rate in about excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There are a few spots of minor surface erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. The grips and metal parts are all serial matching. There are some scattered spots of minor surface oxidation on the metal. There are some light handling marks. The cylinder has a faint turn line, hardly even visible. 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: Included is a serial matching box.
CA LEGALITY: C&R: YES, CA PPT: NO.
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