A good, knowledgeable friend ran across a 6 1/2" fixed sighted TL the other day. The finish (blue) appears to be original, about 60%; bore, chambers, and lockup are good. . 44 Special, serial # 3767. No photos at the moment, unfortunately; OTD price, $850.
From what I am told, a S&W adjustable rear, postwar style sight has been added; front sight base was slotted for a taller blade to match the rear, secured with two pins. The job appears to be professionally done; unknown by whom; possibly the factory but no additional factory markings indicating later work found so far. No factory letter.
Sounds like a shooter. I prefer unaltered guns but my friend is interested in this one. I don't quite think the added sights are a factory job, although I think it was done occasionally. I'm inclined to think it was done back in the 40s for an active target shooter--when TLs were more common.
Just thought I'd throw this out for comments. Sounds like a decent old TL that can and should be shot once in a while...
What say you?