***Edit on 5-4-18: *** My FFL states he has no problem shipping to California, as long as California FFL / C&R will Accept. Being 62 years old, this revolver should be C&R classed. So, I'm eliminating my shipping restriction to California.***
For Sale: My 4-screw, S&W Pre-16, in .32 S&W Long. It is lettered, being shipped out on October 30, 1956. If you do a “google” on the “Dakin Sporting Goods Company” of Bangor Maine, which received this revolver from S&W, there is some interesting history on the “Brady Gang” and the shootout in front of the store, with the FBI, in October 1937. No, I'm not charging you for that bit of history...
I believe, that this revolver is in at least 97% condition. Personally, it is hard to “grade” as opinions always differ. I have owned it since the Fall of 1971, when a elderly widow came into the GunShop where I was working part-time. It was raining heavily, and she was holding a wet cardboard box with her late husbands' handguns. Her daughters weren't interested in any of them. I had the impression the box had been in her car for a while, as she thought about what to do with them. The shop owner bought all of them, and this Pre-16 model came came home with me.
The numbers match in all 6 places. I've never holstered it, and the previous owner probably didn't holster it much either, if at all, as the muzzle does not show typical holster wear.
I have more pictures, but the limit seems to be 5. PM me with your email, and I'll send more pictures.
The width of the hammer, as measured across the “Knurled area” measures .379”. The trigger measures .265” across it.
The Cylinder turn-ring is barely discernible.
I've trying my best to describe this revolver. The pictures show a shiny “line” at bottom of trigger guard. I can't feel a scratch there, it is just a wear line of some sort where the blueing is worn. There are very few “freckles”, mostly on right side plate. It is, after all, 62 years old. Action is quite tight. Cylinder chambers, and barrel bore are mirror shiny. I never had the box, or tools for it.
The First Unequivocal, and Unconditional, “I'll take it” in the Forum, gets it. DO NOT POST anything other than “I'll Take it”. Follow this up immediately with a PM confirming your commitment to buy this revolver. At that time, we will exchange all contact information, and thoughts on shipping and payment. Ask questions first, and I'll answer quickly. Please don't tie me up with an “I'll take it”, just to ask questions.
***I realize that I'm an “unknown” here, as this will be my first sale, of probably 5 of my S&W Revolvers. Everyone must start with the first sale, and this is mine. FWIW, I bought my present retirement home 5 1/2 years ago. I'm not going anywhere, and this is the last place I'll ever live. I'm easy to find. Have no fears dealing with me.***
***Age, and health issues have caught up with me, hence the start of my sales.**
***All BATF rules must be followed.***
*** Shipping to Alaska and Hawaii destinations will require further discussion.***
*** *** I offer a 3-day, non-firing, inspection period. Buyer to pay for return Shipping / Insurance, if not satisfied with this revolver.***
Price is $3,600.00 payable by USPS Money Order. That includes the Shipping / Insurance from my FFL, to Your FFL, utilizing UPS Overnight Delivery. Please be sure that your FFL will accept the package.
SOLD PENDING FUNDS:Pre-16 K32 For Sale, With Letter
Linear Mode
