I just took ownership of this late victory model, SN V7199XX, chambered in 38 Special. It was reported to have been issued as a police revolver to a WWII vet after the war. I purchased it from the first owner after that, who's had it for 25 years. The finish looks original, and the barrel and cylinder serial numbers match. Not so the numbers on the yoke. Can anyone confirm that these are not normally related to the serial number? The grips appear too good to be original and have no serial number. "US Property", "GHD", and the flaming bomb are lightly struck on the left top strap.
She joins her younger Model 15 cousin, and will be making a trip to the range very soon! Thanks for any information that you can provide.
BuffDriver