Model 25-2 Holy Grail

[bmg60]

Hi. Mr Saxonpig
So tell me, Jim, just how much fun is it to say "They made one these... and I have it..."

When I started collecting I was like most people I collected A little of everything. Then About 15 years ago I started looking for the lowest
production models and the rarest models I could find. I do display my
Rare and Limited production Models so people can get a chance to see
these rare models. This year I will display in Denver and Boise, the display will have many rare models and several one of ones, but people that come to these display shows will get a chance to see them.
Thats the part of collecting that I like the most (letting people be able to see some of these rare guns.)
I hope I have answered your question.
Jim Fisher

 

[aphelion]

I am the odd man out here, but I see nothing so precious about 5-inch barrels. If you are one-gun man, I suppose they make some sense, but they are really neither fish nor fowl. They're not as quick and handy as a 4-inch gun, especially if you are often seated, and definitely not as good at the range as a 6-1/2" gun. JMHO.

This is not a common point of view on the forum, but one I go along with. But I don't particularly care for wide target hammers and triggers, red ramp/white outline sights, or S&W's incorrectly shaped "target grips", either. And I don't think recessed cylinder chambers serve much purpose. But I don't hate that stuff, either, just as I have a couple of 5 inch guns.

Back to the original question, should a nice 2nd gen SAA (no matter which caliber) be traded straight across for a cut down M25-2? Not in a million years.

This year I will display in Denver and Boise, the display will have many rare models and several one of ones,

Mr. Fisher, when and where will you be be in Boise? I'd like to see that. Thanks.

 

[bmg60]

Hi
the display will be at the annual smith & Wesson Collectors show
in Boise the middle of June.
it is a members show. there will be about 60 or 70 tables of only Smith & Wessons but you have to be a member.
Jim

 

[aphelion]

I should have guessed that. Thanks.

 

[j357p]

So, uh, Tom,
I've got this Colt........
LOL!!!!!
Sorry. I couldn't help myself.

Thanks

 

[superpelly]

I have on hold a Model 25, 6 1/2 barrel , 99% with the presentation box at local sports store for 699.00 I think I may buy it today.

 

[j357p]

I have on hold a Model 25, 6 1/2 barrel , 99% with the presentation box at local sports store for 699.00 I think I may buy it today.

Well good God man!
Did you get it?
Please share.

 

[superpelly]

Bought it today, have to wait the 3 day period, will post pics.

It was a 25-2 Pinned barrel. 6 1/2

 

[superpelly]

Here it is

 

[oldman45]

I am a four inch barrel guy and do not want a revolver with any barrel longer than four inches.

That said, I have a 25-5 with a five inch barrel that i just enjoy looking at it. Owned it for many years and never shot it. One day I may have to buy some rounds for it just to see how it shoots.

People tell me they shoot like a handheld cannon.

 

[SealBeachScotty]

My mysterious Model 25-2 .44 Magnum

I have a mystery that I hope someone can shed some light on....
My father recently gave me a Model 25-2 but it is a .44 Magnum.
I have searched online and I cannot find any information about it. The serial number is N62819. It can't be a model 25 or 29 because all the pictures I have seen the trademark side (right) of the gun there are 3 screws and mine only has two located near the trigger and none up by the hammer and rear sight.
Can anyone explain this?

 

[highpower3006]

The third screw is under the stocks. If it is marked 25-2 under the crane, it is either a factory mis-stamped gun or a conversion of a standard M25. Is the barrel stamped .44 Magnum? Pictures would help.......

 

[Art Doc]

With so many models being made on the same frame it was unavoidable that some would get stamped with the wrong model number. I happens quite frequently. The overwhelming odds are your gun is a 29-2 that mistakenly stamped as a 25-2. They are so common, most people ignore the mistake as far as value goes.

 

[SealBeachScotty]

My mysterious Model 25-2 .44 Magnum

I hope these photos will help. Thank you for the quick reply.

 

[Cpo1944]

Mr. j37p, You might want to hold onto the Colt, and consider buying a newer 625 . I have a 625-8 5 inch .45ACP and it is my family`s favorite revolver it requires no fancy aiming , just point shoot and hit the target.ITs scary accurate,Plus it only cost $600 used at Gander Mt.

 

[Virtue]

Help!

So after reviewing every thread I can find, and the NRA GBB of values; I'm having a hard time identifying this revolver. This appears to be a good thread to ask!

The revolver is stamped N845883 on the frame and butt along with 25-2 and has the trigger guard screw

The crane is stamped 88716 - with a larger "c4" also on the crane

The barrel is 4" and stamped "45 CAL. MODEL 1955

I'm no revolver expert, but my understanding is the targets were only made in 6-61/2 inch barrels?

Any advice on what's going on here would be appreciated!

 

[flundertaker]

So after reviewing every thread I can find, and the NRA GBB of values; I'm having a hard time identifying this revolver. This appears to be a good thread to ask!

The revolver is stamped N845883 on the frame and butt along with 25-2 and has the trigger guard screw

The crane is stamped 88716 - with a larger "c4" also on the crane

The barrel is 4" and stamped "45 CAL. MODEL 1955

I'm no revolver expert, but my understanding is the targets were only made in 6-61/2 inch barrels?

Any advice on what's going on here would be appreciated!

Based on the positioning of the barrel markings I would bet the 6.5" barrel was cut back to about 4". Is the muzzle crowned? Any evidence of the front sight being reattached?

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[Art Doc]

That's a late production 25-2 that has had its barrel cut to 4" along the way. Not so mysterious at all. The barrel stampings being so close to the muzzle are an immediate tip off. They should be more centered on the barrel and they were until it was shortened.

 

[RubEric]

My .45 LC

 

[flundertaker]

My .45 LC

Very Nice.
I believe it was engraved with either a football recessed or non-relieved set of stocks in mind