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Smith and Wesson Pre-Model 27 “Unregistered” revolver, .357 Magnum caliber, Serial #61226. The pi

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Smith and Wesson Pre-Model 27 “Unregistered”  revolver, .357 Magnum caliber, Serial #61226.   The pi
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Smith and Wesson Pre-Model 27 “Unregistered” revolver, .357 Magnum caliber, Serial #61226. The pistol is in fine overall condition with a 6 ½” barrel with filed rib, top strap and a King front sight. The pistol retainsapproximately 90% of its blue finish with wear at the muzzle, along the barrel and a drag line on the cylinder. The pistol features muted case hardening on the hammer and trigger. The checkered wood medalliongrips are in very good condition showing small mars and compressions consistent with use. The bore is very good, the action crisp and markings are sharp. The pistol includes a Smith and Wesson factory letter whichconfirms the features and indicates the pistol was shipped to Hunt & Mottel Co., Tacoma, Washington on March 19, 1940. Introduced as a custom manufactured revolver, the .357 Magnums were manufactured to thecustomer’s specifications and stamped in the yoke cut with a registration number. After returning a registration card, the owner would receive a registration certificate. This process proved too costly and was