When I was a youth, these fine old revolvers could be had surplus for around $35.00. For many of us, the U.S. Model 1917 revolvers in .45 ACP were our first revolvers. They were cheap and the ammo was plentiful after WWII. Today, like many things, these old N-frames have become collectors' items. One of them could still serve well for a self-defense revolver, particularly with modern full-moon clips!

I have kept one; it's particularly interesting because it carries British proof marks. Whether it was lend-lease or not, I haven't a clue. Somewhere along the line it got repatriated.



I'm sure many of you have one or more of these old war horses that were spawned in the World War I period. Let's see what ya got!

John

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