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Old 05-28-2021, 03:57 AM
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455 Hand Ejector 2nd Model Serial # 33764 on butt Roll marked left side of barrel SMITH & WESSON .455. Cylinder shaved for .45 ACP w/ moon clips and barrel cut to 4" Only marks are crossed pendants and broad arrow in Canadian C. Side note: This revolver was given to my mother in late 1953 from a family friend named George Kilgore who carried it through the Korean Conflict as a personal sidearm.
As much as I personally like a 4”, 45 ACP, N frame, please be aware that the 45 ACP cartridge is comparable to a proof load in these non heat treated cylinders.

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