I just came into possession of a well worn but well cared for, 5 inch, "5 screw", ".357 Magnum", pre-model 27. The bluing is holster worn along the barrel and high spots along the entire cylinder. The cylinder locks up tight with little end shake or play, and there is no corrosion or any signs of neglect, no pitting, or anything other than 60 years of wear. The nice Goncalo Alves Target grips are not original, but are in good shape as well. This revolver was the sidearm of a police officer who was the father of a longtime friend and brother officer. Just from reading what I could find before joining this forum, I am pretty sure this revolver was made during the early 50s, like '53 or early '54. I have offered my friend $500.00 for it, and am wondering what a fair price would be. The serial number is: S 1027xx. I know that the screw at the top of the side plate, later discontinued (1956?) makes it a "5 screw", but does "5 screw" include the mainspring strain screw near the bottom of the grip frame?, otherwise, I can't come up with 5.
Thanks for any information you can provide about this fine old working revolver. (the worn condition of this gun would be the reason for Smith coming out with the "Highway Patrolman" for LE officers later. It's almost a shame to subject a beautifully finished "Cadillac" like this to every day weather and holster wear, and LE officers could more readily afford a plainer version, more suitable for everyday service use and wear.)
Thanks for any information you can provide about this fine old working revolver. (the worn condition of this gun would be the reason for Smith coming out with the "Highway Patrolman" for LE officers later. It's almost a shame to subject a beautifully finished "Cadillac" like this to every day weather and holster wear, and LE officers could more readily afford a plainer version, more suitable for everyday service use and wear.)
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