Identify this gun
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The V preceding the serial number would seem to indicate that it's a 38 M&P Victory Model. These were produced during WW2 for the military, and are of the same or similar design to the standard 38 M&P revolver, which is now known as the Model 10.
I am not too familiar with them, however I'm sure someone else will chime in with more info.
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I am not too familiar with them, however I'm sure someone else will chime in with more info.
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Welcome! This was a WW II era British Service Revolver in .38 S & W (not Special). Many of these were reimported in the 1950s and had their barrels shortened, nickel refinished and plastic stag-like stocks attached, and often bored out to fit .38 Specials. Yours seems to fit the pattern.
It was likely made in late 1942, and the .38" (bore diameter), .767 (.38 S & W case length) and 3 ton (pressure) is a proof stamping for the .38 S & W round (.38/200 to the Brits) from when it was sold commercially. Hope this is helpful.
It was likely made in late 1942, and the .38" (bore diameter), .767 (.38 S & W case length) and 3 ton (pressure) is a proof stamping for the .38 S & W round (.38/200 to the Brits) from when it was sold commercially. Hope this is helpful.
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That is a classic 1950s era mail order gun. Heavy buff with nickel and plastic stag grips.
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V42xxx probably shipped around July 1942. As others have stated it is a heavily modified BSR (British Service Revolver) Victory model. While it might serve the purpose as a shooter, it has no value to a collector, and is worth whatever you can get someone to pay for it.
It's also hurt by the absence of the front detent.
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Yes, no front lock for the extractor rod. They cut the barrels too short.
Lee Harvey Oswald had one, with which he shot Dallas officer J.D. Tippit.
I've seen those listed on GB and represented as original. Seen them sell
for $750 or more to buyers who surely must be pretty naive.
for $750 or more to buyers who surely must be pretty naive.
