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12-06-2021, 09:24 AM
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Model 53 stuff
I am always looking for S&W parts on EBay. Recently I bid on ($350) and lost a Model 53 22lr cylinder which finally went for $687. Hey, I only paid $750 for my 6" model 53. I also have 6 S&W revolvers in 22lr, so that was too steep for me. I hope someone here with deeper pockets than mine got it and enjoys it.
A set of 6 original 22lr inserts went for $256. That is $44.17 each.
Every once in the while I see where someone wants to convert a Model 53 22lr cylinder into something else. DON'T
PS last time I talked with Bowen his supply of blank magnum length K frame cylinders was long gone.
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12-07-2021, 04:00 PM
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Wow, I'm happy (and lucky) , having this one...
Anyway I agree: these prices are crazy!
Post Scriptum: I know, VCI paper is not original of that era.
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12-07-2021, 04:58 PM
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The aluminum fluted handle SAT's with the long tapered blades that were supplied with the early Model 53's are getting harder to find and consequently selling for around $75 these days. The tapered cotton mops for the cylinder that were unique to the Model 53's are also scarce and pricey. I suspect most of the swabs were actually used for cleaning and discarded eventually.
I made a couple by just trimming some .357 cotton mops down to a point with a pair of sharp manicure scissors. They work just fine and I keep one just for squirting a little Naptha on to swab out any oil in the chambers before firing.
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12-07-2021, 07:26 PM
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I just bought a Model 53 supposedly first year production (1961), 8 3/8" with the original inserts and the extra .22 LR cylinder...No box though...I think I'll start looking around for a walnut presentation case for it with the appropriate molded insert and the tools...I've never had a 53 before...It's not here yet, but here's a pic from the seller...  ...Ben
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12-07-2021, 10:03 PM
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BTW, if anyone is interested I have several thousand pieces of new R-P 22 jet brass
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12-07-2021, 11:20 PM
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I was watching that cylinder. When it was around $250 I decided that I would bid $400 near the end. Well that didn't work out. I'm glad I didn't get it even at my price. I have 5 other S&W .22 revolvers so the cylinder was just eye candy to go with my 8 3/8" Model 53.
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