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10-17-2018, 09:07 AM
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.32 DA 4th model value?
I picked up a .32 DA fourth model yesterday just because the price was right. I've always wanted a break open revolver since I was a kid so I pounced on it. Its nickel plated and still has about 90% left on it, all parts appear to be original and the stocks are in perfect condition. Function is good with just a slight timing delay, if you cock it slowly the cylinder doesn't quite lock up. If you just cock it normally or pull the trigger DA it works fine. I paid $125 for it and think I got a very good deal, but what say the consortium? And can someone give me an idea of year of manufacture? I've narrowed it down to around the turn of the century but that's the best I can do.
S/N 200034.
I only have one pic right now, I'll post more this evening.
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10-17-2018, 12:15 PM
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Looks to be in pretty nice shape. I think you did okay on the price. I believe that it was made after 1900 but someone who keeps track will be along to nail it down for you.
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10-17-2018, 12:32 PM
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A couple drops of light gun oil into the action from in front of the cocked hammer and (turn the gun upside down) past the pulled trigger. Then cycle the action (dry fire) several times to work the oil in. That should help the carry up.
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10-17-2018, 12:33 PM
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You did fine at 125.00. These things are tending to run 200.00+- 25.00 or so. Anything under 150 is probably a good price.
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10-17-2018, 12:40 PM
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That is a common problem with top-break 32 and 38 S&W revolvers. Many have been filed on ground and otherwise compromised, so repair is often difficult without new parts. You must be careful shooting a gun that has a tendency not to come fully into battery, since you can shave lead or worse.
A 32 Double Action, 3rd Model in a serial number range of 200,XXX is considered an antique by the BATF and would have shipped somewhere around 1897. Cut off number for antique status is below 209,301.
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I Really like the DA 32's. If your not a 'smith, try finding
a good S&W 'smith near you, and let him check it for you.
I've been very lucky with mine, and they deserve
another chance at the range.
I didn't know about the oiling helping with carry-up. I just
did it with every revolver. Thanks for the tip.
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Ok, here are some better pics. I like that the grip panels are still in perfect condition. I will probably never shoot it, just share it with all who are interested in checking it out. If I do decide to shoot it, it is in stellar condition with good cylinder integrity and a nice shiny bore with sharp rifling.
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10-18-2018, 04:45 AM
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Nice. I would have paid up to $200 for it
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