After looking at the other pics, I agree.
Am I “THE VILLAGE IDIOT” ...again?!
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After looking at the other pics, I agree.
shovelhead
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Are you happy? That’s all that matters.
cgt4570
Member
I've pretty much given up on GB. Very few true auctions anymore. Most starting prices are insanely above market.
shovelhead:
I will let y’all know after it gets delivered.
Thank you.
Kind regards,
Say When!
NO........Iffen he likes it for the price he paid........He' the WINNER.
I see no reason to post prices here either.......Unless you're selling.
Not at all!
What IS important is that WE are happy with his purchase. That is ALL that matters!
Except for the die hard collectors, I would wager that $2K+ for a revolver is a bit steep. Not saying it's not worth the price, just that it's hard to justify that in today's economy.
Beautiful gun though!
Nope....you're not the idiot. I am.
Somehow that one got past all of my normal searches. It may have been the "44sp" part of the description. I thought I knew every .44 special, .44 spc, and .44 spl that was on Gunbroker, but obviously not.
If I had seen it you would have had competition, and no I don't think you overpaid. Happy it went to a good home.
Somehow that one got past all of my normal searches. It may have been the "44sp" part of the description. I thought I knew every .44 special, .44 spc, and .44 spl that was on Gunbroker, but obviously not.
If I had seen it you would have had competition, and no I don't think you overpaid. Happy it went to a good home.
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Screenshot and pics from the auction for future reference. GB links go dead after a few months. It really should be a Forum requirement that anyone who posts a link to a completed GB auction includes an uploaded screenshot. 
Otherwise in three months it will all be a mystery.
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Hi Jeff:
Thank you very much for your objective and succinct analysis!
I concur with your thoughtful assessment.
I will post clearer pics after I receive the revolver.
Thanks again!
Kind regards,
Say When!
Nope....you're not the idiot. I am.
Somehow that one got past all of my normal searches. It may have been the "44sp" part of the description. I thought I knew every .44 special, .44 spc, and .44 spl that was on Gunbroker, but obviously not.
If I had seen it you would have had competition, and no I don't think you overpaid. Happy it went to a good home.
Shotguncoach:
SUPER DUPER WOW!
On the picture of your collection!
I bow in your presence!
Kind regards,
Say When!
Definitely did not overpay, even after all the fees and taxes...Since according to Bill Cross' count, there were only 411 of these shipped in 4" configuration, the pot is a small one at best...Len has 6, I only have 3 and now this one has eluded my notice...If I had seen it you would have had competition, and no I don't think you overpaid. Happy it went to a good home.
Maybe I should change my mind about participating in auctions...
...Ben
Only 4 of my 4" 1950's letter as original. One shipped as a 6.5" and was returned to the factory to have a 4" barrel installed, and one is "open on the books" with no record of completion or shipment.
Then there's this one......
(No Ben, you still can't have it. You could send your 3 over to Arizona for a visit though.
Then there's this one......
(No Ben, you still can't have it. You could send your 3 over to Arizona for a visit though.
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But that would leave only four 6 1/2" and the one 3 1/2" to play together...And you know how important it is to keep even numbers among .44 caliber 1950's...They are a superstitious bunch...No, my idea is a better choice all around...
...BenNope....you're not the idiot. I am.
Somehow that one got past all of my normal searches. It may have been the "44sp" part of the description. I thought I knew every .44 special, .44 spc, and .44 spl that was on Gunbroker, but obviously not.
If I had seen it you would have had competition, and no I don't think you overpaid. Happy it went to a good home.
I'm with shotguncoach I don't know how I missed it but I did, I think you did good 4" 44 specials are my favorites.
I am NOT “THE VILLAGE IDIOT” !
Howdy Smith & Wesson Forum (S&WF) Members!
I am DELIGHTED (and RELIEVED) to inform all y’all that:
My revolver was included with three (3) other .44 Target Blue 4-inch barrel revolvers.
Please see two (2) attachments:
Which do not specify if the finish was:
Finish:
It remains to be seen if this revolver has:
But the consensus opinion of S&WF Members suggests that the finish is original.
And a VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE member of the Smith & Wesson Forum informed me that the finish is Bright Blue not Matte or Satin!
I have ordered a S&WHF Letter of Authenticity.
Upon delivery, I will post clearer pictures of the revolver, roll marks and the S&WHF Letter of Authenticity.
In conclusion, it appears that "even a blind squirrel can find a nut once in a while”?!
I am absolutely THRILLED to add this SUPER SCARCE 4-inch revolver to my modest collection including two (2) other S&W Hand Ejector 4th Model 44 Target Model of 1950 revolvers:
Please see attached pictures.
Thank ALL Y’ALL for generously sharing your insights and comments with me!
And a SPECIAL THANKS to my friend “Hondo44” who inspired my confidence to “pull the trigger” on this purchase based on his EXPERT knowledge!
The Smith & Wesson Forum is an invaluable source of knowledge for ROOKIE collectors like me!
Thank you!
I appreciate your input!
Kind regards,
Say When!
Howdy Smith & Wesson Forum (S&WF) Members!
I am DELIGHTED (and RELIEVED) to inform all y’all that:
- I am NOT “THE VILLAGE IDIOT” !
- The Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation (S&WHF) researched my S&W Hand Ejector 4th Model 44 Target Model of 1950 revolver with 4-inch barrel Serial#S98596 and confirmed the following:
- Shipped To: Arthur Cook Supply Corp. in Laurel, MD
- Ship Date: October 25, 1955
- Description: .44 Target Blue 4”
My revolver was included with three (3) other .44 Target Blue 4-inch barrel revolvers.
Please see two (2) attachments:
- Shipping Book Extract (Row#9)
- Invoice (Line#6)
Which do not specify if the finish was:
- Bright Blue or
- Matte or Satin Blue
Finish:
It remains to be seen if this revolver has:
- A Bright Blue or Matte or Satin Blue finish
- Original finish or has been re-blued
But the consensus opinion of S&WF Members suggests that the finish is original.
And a VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE member of the Smith & Wesson Forum informed me that the finish is Bright Blue not Matte or Satin!
I have ordered a S&WHF Letter of Authenticity.
Upon delivery, I will post clearer pictures of the revolver, roll marks and the S&WHF Letter of Authenticity.
In conclusion, it appears that "even a blind squirrel can find a nut once in a while”?!
I am absolutely THRILLED to add this SUPER SCARCE 4-inch revolver to my modest collection including two (2) other S&W Hand Ejector 4th Model 44 Target Model of 1950 revolvers:
- One with a factory Lettered “PINTO” finish and “COKE” stocks/grips
- The other with an AWESOME engraved Silver & Gold inlaid FIRE BREATHING DRAGON and genuine IVORY stocks/grips
Please see attached pictures.
Thank ALL Y’ALL for generously sharing your insights and comments with me!
And a SPECIAL THANKS to my friend “Hondo44” who inspired my confidence to “pull the trigger” on this purchase based on his EXPERT knowledge!
The Smith & Wesson Forum is an invaluable source of knowledge for ROOKIE collectors like me!
Thank you!
I appreciate your input!
Kind regards,
Say When!
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Nope, you're not the village idiot, some of the rest of us might deserve that accolade though for not finding and bidding on it.
Jeff
SWCA #1457
Jeff
SWCA #1457
AJ
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Would like to see the pictures when you get it.
I was following that one as well. I got cold feet as I was concerned about originality. Looks like you made out!
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