OP
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I still think the necklace story is possible, just not probable. What I really need to do is find a model and see what it would look like.
Hole In Sight Of Ladysmith 3rd Model With 3" Barrel?
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I still think the necklace story is possible, just not probable. What I really need to do is find a model and see what it would look like.
jebstuart
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A leather thong or string might come to rest as a wadded-up ball, loop, or multiple loops on the front sight. The permanently attached muzzle lanyard could also hang on anything in the room if you were trying to make a move or take a defensive posture. I know it would if it were mine, that's just how my luck runs. This is an honest good looking revolver but I don't think it's in display condition. And if you are going to display it I don't think you should deface it first.
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OP
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The way it was described to be was a break-away string. Strong enough to carry the weight of this very light gun, but easy to break with a quick tug.
jebstuart
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If the thong/string brakes away, I think the odds are small that it brakes away clean from the muzzle rather than the nail that hangs it. You must then pull the string/thong clear of the sight to avoid the possible snarling previously mentioned. If this system, as you describe it was employed, my guess is we'll never know - the man who devised it has probably been shot dead (and may God have mercy on his simple soul).
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If you shoot a pistol while in bed at a door a few feet away, what use is a front sight? In the dark , the blast is going to give a very good picture of the room for a few more shots. Give it a try tonight. Open the windows first, The smoke stinks. Best.
jebstuart
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My assumed advantage would be knowing my dark room at the discomfort of my adversary. Lighting it up would be a necessary evil. But, my real albatross would be a lasso at the end of my revolver.
Jeb
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Do you think it is worth getting a factory letter on a revolver in this condition? How much information about the owner who sent it in for repairs in 1944 is likely to come back?
Thanks for posting a larger image, WC. A couple more possibilities for consideration:
1. Artistic embellishment (art nouveau symmetry?)
2. Poorly designed hold down attachment point for pre-Ranson Rest accuracy testing?
3. Poorly designed attachment point for crude muzzle velocity or muzzle energy measuring device (spring scale attachment)?
4. Attempted removal of front sight (assuming that previous owner didn't know that it was integrally forged into the barrel)?
5. Point of suspension for future re-blue attempt?
6. Somebody just liked to drill small holes or it was owned by a kid with a Dremmel Tool and too much time on his hands?
7. The gun had been suspended in a narrow shaft from a long string as a last-ditch survival device (...this is my personal favorite)?
We may never know, but it is sort of intriguing. -S2
DWalt
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My answer to the first question would be no. But there will always be others who disagree, believing that every S&W should be lettered. And you will get zero information about who sent it back for repairs in 1944 even if you do get a letter. I'd believe the hole is most likely associated with hanging the gun from something for some purpose. Make up your own answer as to the purpose.
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When an expert like DWalt speaks everyone listens as he has the inside scoop on all of the records. After all he IS an EXPERT GUESSER.
OP
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Thanks for your input DWalt
But, once you get the letter, then you can request archive information on the 1944 rework from the SWHF!
The Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation (SWHF) has digitized and indexed records for the years, 1932-1941 and likely more by now, hopefully to 1944. But you can still apply for info. There's no cost unless they find something.
Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation - Letter Process - Insuring that the rich history of Smith & Wesson will continue for generations to come
The Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation (SWHF) has digitized and indexed records for the years, 1932-1941 and likely more by now, hopefully to 1944. But you can still apply for info. There's no cost unless they find something.
Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation - Letter Process - Insuring that the rich history of Smith & Wesson will continue for generations to come
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