I just checked over the revolver. There are not any Japanese markings or stamps anywhere to be seen. The only markings are the manufacturer and patent info on top of the barrel, the S&W trademark logo on one side, and the serial numbers. The three serial numbers (butt, cylinder, and latch) all match.
I took off the grips (photos attached). It was fairly gross under there, with a greasy tar-like residue. I cleaned it up and there are no numbers or markings on the inside. I assume that means the original grips were replaced at some point?
Last edited by TripLeader; 02-04-2018 at 02:40 PM.
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