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19TT-9 S+W TRIPLE LOCK REVOLVER

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:270.00 USD Estimated At:900.00 - 1,800.00 USD
19TT-9 S+W TRIPLE LOCK REVOLVER
Smith and Wesson 1st Model Hand Ejector Triple Lock DA revolver, .44 S&W Special caliber, Serial #2462. The pistol is in very good overall condition with a 4” barrel with custom King sights. The pistol retains themajority of an old quality re-nickeled finish. The checkered wood medallion grips are in very good condition with sharp checkering. The pistol was originally obtained from the family of William Swanwick(1899-1991). According to the family, Swanwick joined the Navy in 1916 and sailed to China in defense of American interests. He later became a soldier of fortune in Mexico, Central and South America beforereturning to the U.S. His extensive training and experience with fire arms resulted in later support of the U.S. Olympic Shooting Team, at this own expense. The gun is in overall very good condition as re-finishedwith a crisp action, good bore and very good grips. Accompanying the gun is an expanded summary of Swanwick’s life and experiences along with a Smith & Wesson factory letter confirming caliber, barrel length, nickel