Avery11
US Veteran
Bought this locally yesterday from a very nice gentleman who said he fired less than 100 rounds. He bought it from a LGS that I frequent so it's nice to have a little history and get it from the original owner.
My LEO uncle is a serious collector. He sat me down with one of these in my hands and a black leather rig over my lap when I was about 5. I have the picture somewhere. I had to hold the big hog leg like a carbine rifle. My mother was terrified and my Dad and Uncle, PBR in hand, looked at me with manly pride. All I could do was smile and let it burn in deep. I remember that moment vividly (around 1981) and have wanted this gun ever since. These are the pieces I remember seeing as a kid, always staring shyly at the walnut when an officer walked bye. When I hear the word gun I automatically think of a S&W revolver.
This one came with the Bianchi holster, 1 speed loader, 40 rounds of .357 mag and the original manual. No box or tools and no "M" stamp (I like that).
The photo does not do it justice. It's glossy all over and looks brand new in person. Not sure how he stored it but he must have really babied it. The only wear I can see is on the ejector rod and the scuffs on the crane where it swings open. Everywhere else is perfect.
$450 and a B.O.S. for this minty no-dash so I was very happy. A quick check on GB shows these going for more and more these days but it's priceless to me. I would rate it 98-99% so look out because it will be up for grabs in about 60 years.
My LEO uncle is a serious collector. He sat me down with one of these in my hands and a black leather rig over my lap when I was about 5. I have the picture somewhere. I had to hold the big hog leg like a carbine rifle. My mother was terrified and my Dad and Uncle, PBR in hand, looked at me with manly pride. All I could do was smile and let it burn in deep. I remember that moment vividly (around 1981) and have wanted this gun ever since. These are the pieces I remember seeing as a kid, always staring shyly at the walnut when an officer walked bye. When I hear the word gun I automatically think of a S&W revolver.
This one came with the Bianchi holster, 1 speed loader, 40 rounds of .357 mag and the original manual. No box or tools and no "M" stamp (I like that).
The photo does not do it justice. It's glossy all over and looks brand new in person. Not sure how he stored it but he must have really babied it. The only wear I can see is on the ejector rod and the scuffs on the crane where it swings open. Everywhere else is perfect.
$450 and a B.O.S. for this minty no-dash so I was very happy. A quick check on GB shows these going for more and more these days but it's priceless to me. I would rate it 98-99% so look out because it will be up for grabs in about 60 years.
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