Old Kemon Squeezer

[coffeync3]

I have had this old revolver for many years. The gentleman I got it from said that he had it "reworked" by a licensed gunsmith. Not sure what that means exactly. But the timing and lock up are absolutely perfect. I use it as my
"Mailbox gun". Old timers will know what that is. Caliber 32 S&W. I would like to know what it is, and approximate year of manufacture. The patent dates are on the barrel, but somewhat confusing. The sources I tried to research showed 1st model, 2nd. Model, etc ..
The revolver doesn't seem to have a serial number. The only number is a stamped number inside the cylinder. 1098XX. But maybe the pictures will help. Any information is greatly appreciated.

 

[gmborkovic]

Oh come on, its got a Sn. stamped on the frame at the bottom of the grip. Doesn't it?
If it has no Sn., I dont know you. Bye.

 

[wlw-19958]

Hi There,

The serial number was stamped on the butt of the frame,
back of the cylinder and the rear of the barrel. If the serial
number has been removed from the butt, it would indicate
the revolver was stolen at some point in its past.

Assuming the cylinder is the original one it came with and
the serial number is the correct one, this .32 S&W Safety
Hammerless "New Departure" is a 2nd Model and was made
sometime between 1902 to 1909.

Cheers!
Webb

 

[coffeync3]

Hi There,

The serial number was stamped on the butt of the frame,
back of the cylinder and the rear of the barrel. If the serial
number has been removed from the butt, it would indicate
the revolver was stolen at some point in its past.

Assuming the cylinder is the original one it came with and
the serial number is the correct one, this .32 S&W Safety
Hammerless "New Departure" is a 2nd Model and was made
sometime between 1902 to 1909.

Cheers!
Webb

Thank you. Second question: the revolver definitely does not have a serial number on the butt. I don't want to get in trouble with the big boys. Is this considered an antique which may not be a big deal ???
Or, can I just re- stamp the serial number on the button? I can do that if it looks like I may have a problem with ATF.

 

[wlw-19958]

Hi There,

This is an area I do not wish to comment because I don't know all the implications
and possible ramification of having a gun in which the serial number was removed.
I do have some ideas but I wouldn't like to lead you astray so I will reframe for now.

The only reason I can think of for removing the serial number is to obscure the owner-
ship. Theft is probably the main reason for doing this but there could be another
reason. But for whatever reason it was done, it was probably done for a nefarious
purpose.

Cheers!
Webb