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The cylinder flutes are rose / plum colored. I do not see an engraver's initials. The serial number on the butt is clear and legible (V1834**). Is it allowed to solicit offers here or do I need to put it in the "Classified" section...
Beautifully engraved, 5-screw, serial number "V1834**," marked "US Navy."
This has genuine ivory stocks scrimshawed with dragon images. The engraving has fleurette designs and a deer!
It is in great shape! I am wondering about the engraver and the value, please. I have owned it for 15...
Smith DSS 19-5 2.5-inch .357, $750.00
.357 Magnum
A very rare bird, I believe less than 300 produced!
This has been fired, although certainly not much. There is only a light turn-line.
There are two very minor rub marks on the muzzle and a very few high spots, certainly a 95%+ gun.
No box...