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Old 04-15-2017, 05:42 PM
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Checking that it is in the proper SN range and that the topstrap stamping looks correct is about all you can do without getting a letter. You should also ensure the grip SN stamping matches. There are some Navy-stamped pre-Victories.

"As noted by Jeff above, the sideplate-marked guns are different due to their relative rarity."
True, but adding that frame engraving would be very simple for a faker to perform, as it was not done by S&W.

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