Need help to identify

[dnorton27]

I would like any help to identify what i have.It is 32WCF. would also like to know approximate value.thank you in advance.P.S. I really like your forum.Serial # 617xx

 

[scha]

Looks like a 32-20 Hand Ejector Model of 1905 3rd change (K frame) revolver from around 1910-1915 or so.

Hope this helps. Steve

 

[TIMETRIPPER]

Welcome to the forum. I think what you have there is a Model 1905, 3rd change chambered for the Winchester 32-20 cartridge, aka 32 WCF. These were made between 1909-1915 with about 20,000 made in the serial number range from 45,201 to 65,700. Yours was probably made in 1915. The wood stocks pictured with it are probably original as they appear to have the correct gold medallions. Check the back side of the right stock for a written serial number.
Looks like it may have been refinished. The side plate fit is not as tight as it should be and the trigger and hammer looked blued. However, if timing and lock up are good, I would class it as a $250 shooter. If you plan to shoot it do not use ammo labeled for use in rifles.
John

 

[Oldiron]

dhorton27,
Welcome to the forum.
What you have is a very fun pistol to shoot. I have three of them and shoot them more than my .38 spls. Any of them I can find for around $200 I buy. Don't need anymore but I'm way past the need stage unless you call feeding my Smith addiction need.
Your's is somewhere in the teens. Smith used the .32 WCF designation up until the about 1920, around the time they changed the heat treating process on the cylinders. Enjoy
Larry

 

[dnorton27]

Thanks for the help .

Any suggestions for reloading this little peace of history.http://smith-wessonforum.com/images/smilies/smile.gif

 

[murphydog]

Factory ammo (Remington, Winchester) is available, intermittently. It is lightly loaded and safe for guns like yours.