Hi,
Local shop has a 5" Victory(Lend-lease),serial # V 458608. Has the sandblast finish and all #'s match. chambered in 38 S&W. Locks up tight, with good bore and chambers. I would say it has a strong 70%+ original finish. Lanyard is broken off and has non original grips. Topstrap is stamped U.S.Proprrty GHD. Has the proof P stamped on left side of frame and following the SN on the barrel. No other proofs or import stamp. Shop has it stickered at $275.00.

Would anyone care to guess the timeframe it was produced and what may have been its destination when placed in service. I researched past Victory/Lend Lease posts but couldn't find any addressing this serial number range. I realize a Jinks Letter is the only way to know for certain.

I wasn't shopping for a Victory, but now for the price I am consisdering it, so I thought a little more information may sway me one way or the other.

Thanks for your time, Jim