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Lot Description

**Smith & Wesson .32 Hand Ejector Third Model

.32 S&W Long. 4.25" barrel length. SN: 530102. Blued metal finish with casehardened hammer and trigger and mounting checkered walnut Smith & Wesson medallion grips. Double action hand ejector revolver with six shot cylinder mounting adjustable target rear notch and pinned front blade sights. Item features a five screw frame, a pinned barrel, and hammer mounted firing pin. Left frame displays Smith & Wesson's monogram trademark with the right marked MADE IN U.S.A. Further markings include 32 LONG CTG to the right barrel SMITH & WESSON on the left, and the two-line address and patent mark to the top of the barrel reading SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS. U.S.A./PATENTED FEB. 6. 06. SEPT. 14. 09. DEC. 29. 14. The rear surface of the hammer is struck REG. U.S. PAT. OFF. Serial numbers match on the frame, rear cylinder, barrel, and on the inside of the star extractor.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA

Condition Report

Good to Very Good. Bore is dirty with firing residues throughout that should clean to Very Bright with crisp rifling throughout. The cylinder shows a turn ring with the forward edges of the muzzle displaying some light abrasions. The edges of the triggerguard have some light edgewear with one patinated spot. Grips show handling wear and mars overall, along with some skips and mars. The upper edge of the right grip panel has been worn down to the edges of the medallion. Action shows good timing.

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