Smith & Wesson S&W Hand Ejector Model or 1905 3rd Chanage .32-20 WCF 6"

For Sale: Smith & Wesson S&W Hand Ejector Model or 1905 3rd Chanage .32-20 WCF 6"

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Smith & Wesson S&W Hand Ejector Model or 1905 3rd Chanage .32-20 WCF 6" Nickel DA/SA Revolver C&R

IMake: Smith & Wesson

Model: .32 WCF Hand Ejector Modell of 1905, 3rd Change

Serial Number: 56984

Year of Manufacture: 1905-1915

Caliber: .32 WCF CTG.

Action Type: Single and Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder

Barrel Length: 6", Pinned

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a half round blade forged ot the barrel. The rear sight is a "U" notch groove in the topstrap.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece real Mother of Pearl. The grips have no nicks or scratches & have not colored with age. There are two small crack at the bottom of the grips and some minor discoloration on the inside of the grips. The grips rate in Fine condition.

Type of Finish: Nickel

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is strong with minor edge wear. There are scattered spots of minor surface erosoin. In my opinion, this bore rates 7 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 80% of its metal finish. The metal parts are serial matching. There are some scattered areas of oxidation and patina. There is finish wear on the edges. There are some scattered areas of thinning and finish loss. There are some scattered little nicks, scuffs, scratches, and scuffs. There are areas of cloudy finish. There is a turn line on the cylinder. There are scattered handling marks. The markings are clear and the screwheads are lightly tool marked with serviceable slots. Overall, this handgun rates in about Vert Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder locks up on each chamber with light side-to-side play. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.

Our Assessment: The Smith & Wesson .32 Hand Ejector Model of 1899, later known as the Smith & Wesson Model 10, the Smith & Wesson Military & Police or the Smith & Wesson Victory Model, is a revolver of worldwide popularity. It was the successor to the Smith & Wesson .32 Hand Ejector Model of 1896 and was the first Smith & Wesson revolver to feature a cylinder release latch on the left side of the frame like the Colt M1889. In production since 1899, it is a six-shot double-action revolver with fixed sights. Over its long production run it has been available with barrel lengths of 2 in, 3 in, 4 in, 5 in, and 6 in. Some 6,000,000 of the type have been produced over the years, making it the most popular centerfire revolver of the 20th century. This is a Smith and Wesson Hand Ejector Model of 1905 3rd Variation. It is in 32 Winchester Ctg. or .32-30. This1905 ended production in 1940 as S&W began making the .38/200 British Service Revolver and the .38 M&P Victory Model during WWII. The M&P model went on to become the Model 10 when the numbering scheme was introduced in 1957. The Military and Police Models were the first of the K-frame revolvers that were popular with military and police professionals for decades, as well as target shooters and enthusiasts. This one has a Round butt grip frame and matching numbers on its metal parts. This will be a nice addition to your C&R collection! Please see our photos.