A little over a year ago, I picked up a few of my grail guns from a local forum member. In particular there were three 3.5" pre-27's with the boxes and ALL of the goodies (SAT, cleaning tools, paperwork...). I posted photos of one of them last summer in this post http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-hand-ejectors-1896-1961/325845-1955-class-engraved-pre-27-a.html. Here is part two of a three part installment. It is a "Special Engraved Edition" 3.5" pre-27 PINTO ("two tone blue-nickel") that shipped to Rex Firearms in Feb 1956. It was engraved by Russell J. Smith and shipped with the target hammer and "smooth rosewood target grips". I hope that you enjoy the photos:
As it would have looked when the original owner opened the box:
A closer inspection of the finer details:
On top of the box (calendar style):
And lastly, a preview of things to come - the complete trio...
I know that in the mid 1950's there were a bunch (or more than several) of these engraved pintos that were put together. I would love to see your photos of the same.
Thanks for letting me share and Happy New Year!
As it would have looked when the original owner opened the box:
A closer inspection of the finer details:
On top of the box (calendar style):
And lastly, a preview of things to come - the complete trio...
I know that in the mid 1950's there were a bunch (or more than several) of these engraved pintos that were put together. I would love to see your photos of the same.
Thanks for letting me share and Happy New Year!
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