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Originally Posted by mmaher94087
I find it interesting that the barrel rib markings are not present, and the lanyard ring is not Smith & Wesson.
However, the re-stamping of the serial number is what the factory would do if they had put a lanyard ring through the serial number of an existing revolver that was serialized and in inventory.
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fredcoyote,
I believe you'll find...Should you decide to "Letter" your new acquisition...You'll find this Revolver was most likely shipped in one of two large shipments for use in Japan by Takata & Co. in 1887!!
As to the lack of any Barrel Rib Markings...Seeing a good photo of what "Isn't" there would be a big help if you could provide one!!
Also...In regards to the Non-S&W Lanyard Ring...This Lanyard Ring is the type installed by one of the Japanese Arsenals upon arrival in Japan...Hope this helps!!