LSB#: 111214JM03
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: .38 Single Action, Model 2, 2nd Issue
Serial Number: 80095
Year of Manufacture: 1877-1891
Caliber: .38 S&W
Action Type: Single Action Revolver, Top Break
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “Smith & Wesson Springfield Mass. U.S.A. Pat’d Jan. 17 / & 24. 65. July 11 65 Aug 24 69 July 25 71 May 11 1880”. The rear face of the cylinder is marked “80095”, as is the underside of the latch. The top surface of the frame, under the cylinder, is marked “9 / 5”. The butt is marked “8” (probably 80095), but the numbers following the “8” are obscured by the lanyard ring. The serial number is also found on the left grip frame under the grip panel.
Barrel Length: 5”
Sights / Optics: The gun is mounted with a blade front sight and a notch in the top strap for a rear sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are genuine Mother of Pearl. The grips show some shrinking on the front straps and losses to both panels. The grips rate in about Fair overall condition.
Type of Finish: Nickel
Finish Originality: Factory Original
Bore Condition: The bore is near bright and the rifling is strong, the entire length. There is minor erosion in the bore, though it is not heavy enough to call pitting. The bore is still quite good and very shootable.
Overall Condition: This gun retains about 85% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows some loss and patina from holster wear at the muzzle and left side of the barrel. The sides of the frame show very scattered discoloration and marking. The side plates fit very well. The cylinder shows a light drag line and the underside of the frame shows a small area of flaking. The screw heads are good, though just a bit worn. The markings are crisp. Overall, this gun rates in about Fine to Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly though we have not fired this gun.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None, but the attached lanyard ring and tassel.
Our Assessment: These are great little guns, used by the Baltimore City Police from 1876 – 1917. Many prefer the Single Action to the Double Action, including myself, which is why Smith & Wesson was making Single Actions at a time when Double Actions were gaining prominence. This is a sharp gun, with an interesting lanyard and ring added.
CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This antique pistol can be sold in California to anyone 18 years of age or older.
Shipping:
USPS or UPS Insured shipping will cost $15
Your item will be shipped within 1 week of receipt of good funds, usually the next day. You will receive an automatic notification with a tracking number upon shipment, to let you know that we have received funds. If you are in Southern California, you are welcome to pick your item up and complete the transfer at our shop in Simi Valley (M-F, 8-5).
This gun can only be shipped to a verified adult, and it will be shipped from an FFL. It is your responsibility to ensure that the gun is legal to own and receive in your area. Please include a copy of your driver’s license with payment; this is for proof of age. We are FFL dealers and comply with all Federal, State and local laws.
Payment:
Full payment on non-layaway items is required within 14 days. We accept Cashiers Checks, Money Orders, Cash and Personal Checks. No Credit Cards or electronic payments are accepted. To help us properly apply your payment, please indicate what item you have purchased when payment and/or FFL are sent. If you would like to be notified when we receive your payment, please obtain a tracking number from your carrier. We receive about 40 checks a day and do not have the staff required to email everyone when we receive checks.
CA Sales tax applies to CA buyers (7.25%).
Layaways are offered on all items, requiring a 20% non refundable down payment within 7 days of the auction’s close and the balance within 60 days. We do not require prior notice to place an item on the layaway. No returns are accepted on layaway items and the item will be considered abandoned after 60 days.
Successful Bidder Instructions:
You will be invoiced by the morning following the sale. This invoice will include totals for the sale and all instructions.
If you win an item and are not willing or able to complete the sale, you will be liable for 5% of the sale price.
Returns (less shipping) are accepted within 3 days of when the item is delivered with signature confirmation. Returns are very costly for both the buyer and for us, so please ask all of your questions before bidding and please be sure you can legally purchase this item.
Please leave feedback when the gun is happily received, we will leave feedback in return. If you are not satisfied, for any reason, please contact us before leaving negative or neutral feedback. (805) 285-0715
No gun should be fired without being examined by a competent gunsmith.
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