This was S&W product code 103820, The third run of Model 657s were named Classic Hunter II. The Pocket Revolvers, both original and replica, are somewhat more challenging to shoot at moderate range than the larger Colt-type revolvers. The only word that comes to mind is Incredible. 660 of these were made in 1986. The front sight is interchangeable, a gold McGivern bead comes installed. This is as as new beauty with almost no sign of use or having been carried. Formed in January of 1831, the Cook County Sheriff's Office celebrated it's 150th birthday in 1981. The John Ross edition is the 500 S&. This was S&W product code 170166, 100 6 1/2" Model 27s were produced at the same time. Even the trigger guard is engraved. Buyers and sellers are required to … It has a pair of S&W smooth factory combat grips installed in place of the boot grips that it originally shipped with. It is a 2" barrel with adjustable sights. Smith and Wesson produced a very unique 5" blued revolver, named the model 544 this was chambered for the 44-40 WCF cartridge. This one has it's factory supplied finger groove grips mounted. This one has rubber boot grips installed. They lost the war, but the South knew how to construct a fine weapon. The original model's roll marks were replaced with etched text. 200 of these were produced in 1996. The factory grips are laminated finger groove. Called the 45 CAL MODEL OF 1988 it was soon replaced with the model of 1989 which is still in production to this day. SWC0002-SWC0129 were gold inlaid and finished. 2,000 were estimated to be produced. This is a 657 Classic Hunter from S&W. I realize it isn’t 9mm so it makes sense not being included here. The factory supplied Pachmayr grips have been replaced with S&W smooth combat grips. The grips are Standard target stocks. It also has the KHP badge done as a very detailed gold inlay on the revolvers right side. However, before the order was completed the RISP decided to change from a 6" to a 4" revolver. The revolvers that were being referred to are those such as the Ruger LCR with the 7000 series aluminum, Smith & Wesson Airweight, and others similar from various manufacturers where the frame is made from a lightweight alloy. The revolver has every option, upgrade and feature that Bob has learned in his many years. This is a early Lew Horton Exclusive 2 1/2" model 686 that has been fully engraved. Nothing Rough About These. The Heritage Series Model 15 came into being. Member LEAA This one has had rubber boot grips installed for maximum compactness. This is the first 8 shot 357 snubby produced. ga('send', 'pageview'); The following firearms are unusual, commemorative or rare examples of Revolvers from various manufacturers. The grips are smooth presentation Goncalvo Alves. 2,025 were produced. Using the 8 shot moon clips reloads are very fast. This is a United States Secret Service commemorative. This is a Smith & Wesson Deluxe Texas Ranger commemorate. This Model 657 is chambered for the powerful 41 magnum cartridge. The revolver was shipped with hand scrimshawed Ivory grips. The 6 1/2"  barrel has a full under lug. It’s a compact revolver with a 6-shot capacity of either .38 Special or .357 Magnum. This was produced for the 100th anniversary 1865-1965. This is the first 8 shot 357 produced. One revolver was finished in Ultimate Stainless and the other in Colt's Royal Blue. The revolvers were retired in 1993 when the agency switched to 9MM autoloaders. Before the manufacturers were producing large frame snub nosed revolvers custom gunsmiths like Austin Behlert were cutting the big bores down to 2 3/8" and reducing the grip frame to K-frame round butt dimensions. Guns International makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the information contained in the gun classifieds, gun parts or gun services classifieds listings. 150 of each finish were produced. This early, The first stainless steel variation of the big 45 ACP, Manufactured in 1986 this is one of Smith & Wesson's first big bore, A snub nosed powerhouse, this 3" Full Lug, Before the manufacturers were producing large frame snub nosed revolvers custom gunsmiths like Austin. For the occasion, S&W produced this 4" Model 66 revolver. Of those 8000, S&W created 50 fully engraved Deluxe firearms. In 1995 300 Model 29 Mountain Guns were ordered to commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the S&W Collector's Association. The 5" slab sided barrel has a nice profile. I have never fired a SAA like this before. The Missouri State Highway Patrol produced this 4" Model 66 Smith & Wesson for their 50th anniversary in 1981. This is an un-issued Oklahoma Highway Patrol S&W 4" Model 65 revolver. Benefactor (Life) Member NRA Of the total production 2,000 were produced without knives. In 1984 the Federal Bureau of Investigation commissioned this 5" Model 27 to honor their 50th Anniversary. There is an un-fluted cylinder and a special action job with trigger stop. The CS-1 is a version of the Smith and Wesson, 357 Magnum, 686 revolver that was only produced only in 1988. The quality of the S&W Master Engraves is well above the standard. Hidden under the nuggets is the revolver. This speed record plaque is attached just as it was on the original revolver presented to McGivern on the sideplate of the firearm. This early Model 66 has stainless sights, stainless trigger and hammer and even stainless springs. The revolvers more than hold their own at that distance. The Performance Center produced 100 4" revolvers. Bob's signature logo is engraved in the grip strap. These were hand engraved with gold wire line work. Buyers and sellers are required to know … This revolver's clear side plate makes it an excellent demonstrator. This updated stainless steel version of the Model 27 is serial number 27. Guns International makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the information contained in the gun classifieds, gun parts or gun services classifieds listings. The Cook County patch is engraved on the firearms side plate as well as being embossed on the lid of the walnut presentation case. These both have the same serial number. The Redhawk with the 4.125’ barrel able to fire both 45 Colt and ACP would suit me. The longer rifle barrel doesn’t use the forcing cone found in a revolver, which means there’s no velocity loss. Chambered for the powerful 10MM cartridge, 40 S&W ammunition can also be fired in it. In the top drawer is a Colt Python that is engraved with patriotic scenes. This is the last revolver produced and shipped. Since 1852 we’ve been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shooting accessories. SWC0001 was engraved, inlaid and auctioned off. In 1973 S&W produced 10,000 Model 19 revolvers to commemorate the 150th anniversary of that legendary organization. He later became Oakland County Sheriff and finally passed away in 2004. 900 were manufactured. This was S&W product code 148120, This is a 3" Model 36 Chief's Special Target full lug, chambered in 38 Special. This was S&W product code 103196. Both sides of the coin are shown. The bead blasted stainless finish is great for carry purposes. This one was manufactured in 1974. This is an un-issued California Highway Patrol "CHiPs" S&W 6" Model 68 revolver. This is from the first run and was produced with a square butt frame and is wearing a pair of Hogue grips in Brazilian Rosewood with a contrasting butt cap and white line spacer. The 16-inch barrel makes offhand shooting a bit challenging, so put a little support under the revolver and its accuracy potential becomes apparent. It utilizes full moon or half moon clips. The revolvers are serial numbered FBIxxxx. All photographs are the property of Mark Calzaretta and may not be used without express written consent. The side plate was engraved with the logo and the years. It can be had with a 2-inch or 4-inch barrel, and in blued steel or stainless. The United States Customs Patrol was founded in 1853 and is now a part of the Office of Homeland Security. The model 68 was only produced in 1976. The 6 1/2" slab sided barrel has an integral Weaver style mount and is Mag-na-ported. The gun has the 3Ts. ), Color Case Hardened (product code 170216) and Nickel (product code 170217). A commemorative plaque details McGivern's records of 5 shots in 2/5 of a second and 5 shots in 9/20 of a second at the Armory in Lewiston, MT. The revolver is in it's original presentation case with all tools and accessories. This was S&W product code 170089, This is a 2 5/8" 627 Personal Defense Revolver  from the S&W Performance Center chambered in 357 Magnum. The very early stainless steel revolvers were totally stainless. In 1976 the Rhode Island State Police convinced S&W to produce this 6" Model 66 with a functional butt swivel. Exact production figures are not known. (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), The 5" has always been a very desirable barrel length for the N-frame revolvers. This one was manufactured in 1987. This is a 627 PC from the S&W Performance Center cambered in 357 Magnum. The APD ordered them in nickel finish with standard hammer and a smooth trigger. This is built on a round butt frame and is wearing a pair of Hogue grips in Goncalvo Alves with a contrasting butt cap and white line spacer. S&W even engraved the backstrap of the revolver. 300 were produced in 1993 for Lew Horton. This was S&W product code 170056, This is a 625 Hunter from the S&W Performance Center cambered in 45 Colt. Life Member NAHC Make no mistake, black powder revolvers have some power and it is nice, if not useful, to know just how much they bring to the table when called upon. This is a pair of 2 1/2" Colt Pythons in a nicely detailed display case. In box with papers and acc, Smith & Wesson 500 Mag In Box With All Papers Near New 8 3/8" Hard To Find, Smith & Wesson ~ John Ross / Performance Center 5" ~ .500 S&W Magnum, Magnum Research BFR Bisley .500 JRH 7.5" BFR500JRH7B. In 1980 the Chicago Police Department was 125 years old. Only 762 were produced. In 2002 Lew Horton Distributors commissioned the Smith and Wesson Performance Center to do a tribute to Ed McGivern. www.calzaretta.com/slots.html www.durrich.com www.fcwwrestling.com, 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 30 9 10 9 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17. In the bottom drawer is a Colt Dragoon complete with powder flask and tools. Formed in 1789 the United States Treasury Department produced these 4" Model 686 revolvers to commemorate their BiCentennial in 1989. Missing from the Smith and Wesson lineup for several decades since it was discontinued in the mid-seventies, the grip safety version of the Model 40 has returned. The OHP logo engraved in a 40th anniversary wreath and gold filled on the side plate. Along with the firearm, a limited edition belt buckle was also fitted inside. Both barrel lengths had round butts. This one was manufactured in 1980. })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); 813 of these revolvers were produced in 1978. Colt's Manufacturing Company - firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. All three revolvers carry the same serial number. The grips are smooth presentation rosewood. The grips take the round butt frame back to the old square butt format. The quick draw front sight was replaced with a partridge. This was S&W product code 170029, This is a Model 640PC from the Performance Center. This big revolver comes with soft case, paperwork, and keys. A snub nosed powerhouse, this 3" Full Lug Model 29 was manufactured in 1989. Mark Calzaretta There is also an integral Weaver style mount and the barrel is Mag-na-ported. This was a special run in 1989. This is an Astra Terminator. This revolver has an unfluted cylinder and a bead blasted finish. This one was produced in 1980. Red ramp front and fully adjustable rear sights. S&W quickly learned that stainless against stainless had some bad affects on the action not to mention sight picture and changed these parts back to carbon steel. The grips are smooth presentation service stocks, these have gained the nickname banana grip. These are the new 8 shot design with the cylinder relieved for full moon clips and chamfered charge holes. This was S&W had two runs done. The revolvers side plate has the Wagon Train logo and the barrel is roll marked "1836 TEXAS 1986". The barrel is roll marked "COOK COUNTY SHERIFF" and on the second line "1831-1981". The blue is so mirror bright that there is no way to capture it's beauty in a photograph. This is a 4" Model 19 with the Secret Service logo engraved and filled with gold along with all of the text. Engraving can turn a utilitarian tool into a collectable work of art. All these great firearms along with Ruger's winning products including the Gunsite Scout Rifle, LC9®, SR9®, LCR® and LCP® makes GalleryofGuns.com a great place to find a rugged, reliable Ruger firearm for your shooting needs. Smith & Wesson 500 Mag In Box With All Papers Near New 8 3/8" Hard To Find . This gives these firearms an advantage in a small frame that makes them more concealable and less prone to snagging on clothing … 5-shot cylinder. 500 were produced. I have always liked the look of this little J-frame, almost like a baby 586. 1973 was the 40th anniversary for the Ohio Highway Patrol. Bob Munden is recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as " The fastest Man with a Gun Who has Ever Lived." This page contains copyrighted materials. Hammerless revolvers are the ideal carry guns. This was S&W product code 170167, The first stainless steel variation of the big 45 ACP wheelgun was the Model 625. S&W produced this 3" Model 65 to commemorate the event. This was S&W product code 161492. Certified Firearms Instructor This makes it 62.66% more powerful compared to shooting it from a 6-inch revolver. Colt produced 1776 of these sets. It has a special action job with trigger stop. .500 S&W Revolvers. The barrel is marked Snake Eyes in place of the usual Python marking. The grips are standard Magna target stocks. In the second drawer is a Colt SAA that is also engraved. Unlike the name suggests, these guns do have a hammer. SWCA #1597 The finish is nickel and fire blue. m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) 3200 of these revolvers were produced. This revolver was the property of John Nichols, who was the Detroit Police Department Commissioner. This was S&W product code 103195, Of the 4,782 model 544 Texas Sesquicentennial revolvers produced, the first 150 were Deluxe editions. This model is now part of the S&W lineup. Ported barrel. Very similar to the first run this one had a round butt frame and is wearing a pair of Hogue grips in Goncalvo Alves with a contrasting butt cap and white line spacer. A total of 2000 of the two designs were produced. The 6 1/2" slab sided barrel has a hidden weight system that allows the balance of the firearm to be changed. The 6 1/2" slab sided barrel has an integral Weaver style mount and is Mag-na-ported. This was S&W product code 170085. This variation has a 5" barrel. Another Great Big Bore snubby is the 3" Model 610. This was S&W product code 103820, This is a 657 Classic Hunter from S&Ws 2nd run. The PC action job includes a trigger stop and a ball detent lock-up in the crane. This is a very nice replica of the  #3 Schofield Wells Fargo model. The firearms were supplied in French fitted locking walnut presentation cases with the Texas Ranger logo embossed on the outside of the case. The NAA is an in-your-face type of piece, not a target pistol or precision shooter. This one was manufactured in 1980. This is an un-issued revolver, it was never used by the RISP. This was S&W product code 101549, The is a Model 60 Carry Comp from the Performance Center. This is built on a round butt frame and is wearing a pair of Hogue grips in Goncalvo Alves with a contrasting butt cap and white line spacer. The small size makes for a small and slender grip, and even average-sized hands will have trouble fitting the pinkie finger. The firearms pictured on this page are not actively being offered for sale. The Texas Independence Association also commissioned a bronze Texas Longhorn for the package. The grips are smooth presentation Goncalvo Alves. This is a very neat set. This is #12 of 100. The grips are smooth combat Goncalvo Alves. Checkered top-straps and partridge target sights bring back that old feel. Also included was a special anniversary coin. This is the last or one of the last revolvers to be issued by a US agency, in this case the US Customs Service. There was also a special coin included. Smith and Wesson produced a very unique 5" blued revolver, named the model, In 2002 Lew Horton Distributors commissioned the Smith and Wesson Performance Center to do a tribute to Ed. Two variations of the CS-1 exist, a  (product code 104229) and a (product code 104228). However, some revolvers have 7, 8, 9, or 10 chambers, often depending on the caliber, and at least one revolver has 12 chambers (the US Fire Arms Model 12/22). One example of budget snubnose revolvers is the Windicator, actually made by German arms maker Weihrauch but imported by European American Armory. Along with the standard models, Smith and Wesson offered a short run of these engraved versions. The factory engraved firearms are a great option. In 1978 the Detroit Renaissance had S&W produce this deeply blued Model 19 with large gold text and a detailed Detroit badge on the side plate. Chambered in 38 Special, the Smith and Wesson Centennial revolvers have been a favorite as backups and personal defense firearms for decades. The grips are scrimshawed with a pair of dice on one side and a diamond straight flush on the other side. This is built on a round butt frame and is wearing a pair of factory combat grips in Goncalvo Alves. These revolvers are part of Heritage’s Rough Rider series and sell for less than $200. The OHP logo is engraved on the side plate and the barrel is roll marked "OKLAHOMA HIGHWAY PATROL". But it's more accurate to say the hammer is concealed within the gun's frame. This is a Smith & Wesson model 36 Texas Hold'Em special edition. This is a blued Model 25 chambered for 45ACP. Not to mention the Performance Center action job. The revolver has class-C level engraving coverage. It has a pair of S&W smooth factory combat grips installed in place of the Hogue grips that it originally shipped with. Manufactured in 1986 this is one of Smith & Wesson's first big bore snubbies. This Pietta Model 1851 Confederate Navy .44-Caliber Black Powder Revolver is patterned after the original, even constructed with a brass frame that was originally used to conserve the South's limited supply of steel. The gun has the 3Ts. For it's 60th anniversary the Washington State Patrol had S&W produce this cased 6" Model 28 revolver. In 1986 the Texas Independence Association wanted to commemorate the State of Texas Sesquicentennial. Click here for a 360 degree view of this CS1. These revolvers commemorate Ed McGivern's World speed records in 1934. This was S&W product code 103948, This is a 657 PC 2 5/8" Personal Defense Revolver from the S&W Performance Center, chambered in the powerful 41 Magnum. One of the very early big bore snub nosed revolvers that were manufactured prior to S&W getting the idea to do some them selves. There were 2,532 firearms produced. While the lid of the presentation case has the WSP patch, the side plate is engraved with the departments badge. Browse all new and used Heritage Revolvers for sale and buy with confidence from Guns International. The very early stainless steel revolvers were totally stainless. In honor of that event a 4" blue Smith & Wesson Model 10 was produced. This is a early Lew Horton Exclusive 2 1/2" model, Missing from the Smith and Wesson lineup for several decades since it was discontinued in the mid-seventies, the grip safety version of the, In 1984 the Federal Bureau of Investigation commissioned this 5", In 1986 the Texas Independence Association wanted to commemorate the State of Texas Sesquicentennial. The same logo is on the lid of the French fitted presentation case. The revolvers have the Dead Man's hand (aces and eights) in gold on the side plate as well as the gold barrel and cylinder bands plus the engraving on the frame and cylinder. - 1981". .44-caliber Colt Army 1860s, 28,000 .36 caliber 1862 Police, and another 250,000 .36-caliber 1851 Navy models) cap and ball revolvers before 1873. Each chamber has to be reloaded manually, which makes reloading a revolver a much slower procedure than reloading a semi-automatic pistol. This is a 657 Magnum Hunter from the S&W Performance Center. The cylinder is machined for 8 shot moon clips. Product code 101287, This Kansas Highway Patrol model 586 is from a run of 338 produced  for the 50th anniversary in 1987. 150 of each finish were produced. This revolver was issued by the Austin Police Department. Photo by Jeff Jones. The revolvers were shipped in French fitted glass top display cases with the poker chips and playing cards. It is quad ported and shipped with a tritium night sight. They sold so fast, another 300 were made. This is a West Virginia State Police Model 686. Only 200 pieces were produced and delivered to the Patrol, most of those were put into normal service. This was S&W product code 100921, This is a 625 V-comp from the S&W Performance Center cambered in 45 ACP and produced in 1999. Only 136 revolvers were serial numbered. The revolver may be utilized with out clips by loading it with 45 Auto Rim ammunition. All of the Terminators that I have seen have been chambered for 44 Magnum, however this one is in 41 Magnum. Product code 150221, a machine engraved revolver with a gold cylinder and barrel band was a great value. For their 125 Anniversary S&W produced this 4" Model 19 with the Customs badge engraved on the side plate and gold filled. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with a brand you’ve learned to trust. This is a Bob Munden Limited Edition II Colt SAA revolver. (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ The 3" barrel has a single port compensator just forward of the front sight. It shipped with smooth presentation grips and has the 3-Ts as well as the wood presentation case. This was S&W model 50101. The barrel is roll marked "Chicago Police Department" and under that "125 Years of Service". Bright Magnificent Hand Cannon: not often found 2d hand. Each bronze was signed and numbered to the revolver. Three firearms are housed in this walnut case along with a commemorative book. It was factory supplied with the ivory inlaid combat grips. The un-fluted cylinder contains chamfered charge holes and benefits from the added strength of the ball-detent lock up and a special action job with trigger stop. There is an un-fluted cylinder and a special action job with trigger stop. This one is chambered for 45 Colt. This commemorative is commonly called the Texas Wagon Train. This unique firearm is shipped in this old-fashioned strongbox and secured with a traditional swing lock. The presentation case is made out of a gray wood and the lid has several logos embossed on it.