The same lgs where I picked up the 3 digit K22 has had this one for about 2 months(it belongs to the shop owner) and I have looked at it every time I walk in there. His asking price has been out of my range so a few days ago he tells me that he wants me to have it, shoots me a price and I say ok but you'll have to wait until next week. No problem he says, you can go ahead and take her home today.
The serial number, K144XXX, places it at 1952(SCSW3) and it is all matching including the grips. The matte blue finish, my favorite, is almost perfect with just a tiny bit of wear at the tip of the barrel on the right side and with a tad bit of dried oil in places. I hesitate at grading finish/condition but on this one I think I can safely say that it is 98% or better. Unfortunately, the box is very shelf worn and does not include the serial number. It's possible it may not be the original box. I don't know how one would be able to tell or if there are differences in gold boxes throughout different years of production. Pics below..
The serial number, K144XXX, places it at 1952(SCSW3) and it is all matching including the grips. The matte blue finish, my favorite, is almost perfect with just a tiny bit of wear at the tip of the barrel on the right side and with a tad bit of dried oil in places. I hesitate at grading finish/condition but on this one I think I can safely say that it is 98% or better. Unfortunately, the box is very shelf worn and does not include the serial number. It's possible it may not be the original box. I don't know how one would be able to tell or if there are differences in gold boxes throughout different years of production. Pics below..
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