Hard to do much better on that price! You have a 22/32 Heavy Frame Target. Nice pick up.
First produced in 1911 as the Bekeart Model, earlier models shipped to the Bekeart Gun Shop in SF, (the suggester for this model) have greater value.
The star indicates a trip back to the mother ship for a factory re-finish. You likely find a date stamped on the left side grip frame under the grip.
Also on the heel of the grip frame you'll find a refinish code like B-R in a rectangle and/or a diamond.
I'd guess, by the bright blue finish, it was done before WWII. It may have had a repair or parts replacement as well. Look for a diamond by the serial #s on other parts.
After 1930 a retrofitted improved cyl with recessed chambers is not uncommon for guns returned to the factory. Are the chambers recessed? This would allow using hi velocity ammo; introduced around that time.
From the serial #, target grips with gold medallions, and logo on the side, it shipped before US entry in WWI in the first half of 1917.
You'l To confirm all parts are original, one can check for the 6 matching serial # locations for fixed sight pre war Hand Ejectors and all post war Hand Ejectors thru ~1956 and a few as much as 3 years later. Target guns have 9 locations including front and rear sight bladeds and rear sight base.
NOTE: Observing serial #s for accuracy or even existence, especially on penciled stocks, requires magnification, bright light, and an attitude that it is there!
1. Gun butt - or fore strap on I frames/single shots with grips that cover the butt
2. Barrel - bottom of barrel or in extractor shroud
3. Yoke - on rear face only visible thru a chamber with a flashlight
4. Extractor star - backside
5. Cylinder - rear face
6. Right stock only - on back; stamped, scratched or penciled depending on vintage and stock material. (except most post war target grips because individual fitting not required.)
Sorry, I have mo opinion on the holster.
Shoot and enjoy!
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Jim
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Last edited by Hondo44; 05-23-2018 at 04:56 PM.
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