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S&W LEND-LEASE CANADIAN PROOFED .38/200 BRITISH

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:175.00 USD Estimated At:350.00 - 500.00 USD
S&W LEND-LEASE CANADIAN PROOFED .38/200 BRITISH
SERVICE REVOLVER. Cal. 38/200 (38 S&W). S# V 202533. Bbl. 5" pinned with matching number and integral circular sight blade; frame notched rear. Mfg. 1940-1945 for US Military use in 38 Special plus for Lend-Lease Program to assist Great Britain and Canada in 38/200 (British specified 38 S&W having 200 grain bullet). In addition to Canadian proofs, top strap is marked "UNITED STATES PROPERTY". Butt has US flaming bomb proof along with "G.H.D.". Matching numbered cylinder and extractor. Case colored grooved trigger and checkered hammer. Smooth walnut grips (numbered V 350690) and lanyard swivel in butt. Numbered within range of Victory Models that were for US Military use. Most were Black Magic finished; this one appears grey parkerizing. CONDITION: very good appearance with light marks and high edge wear. Finish appears refinished to parkerized. Good grips with numerous light marks. Small oxidation spot on trigger. Fine mechanics and near excellent bore. (23-1544/NW). CURIO. $350-500.