S&W 1917: remembering the Brazilian Expeditionary Force

[Wiregrassguy]

Why not put it in the notable thread links, if it is not already there. I certainly learned a few things from this thread.

 

[Coldshooter]

When I start to think the web is a waste a great thread comes along. We would not be able to have such an exchange without the effort this forum takes, Thanks.

 

[quinn]

Fantastic post, Douglas. My Brazilian is one of my absolute favorites despite the fact that it has little finish and various numbers don't match. It locks up like a vault and is more accurate than I am. Glad to know that it had a distinguished service record. It is well appreciated today.

 

[JSR III]

Unfortunately, Douglas has not posted in over a year. Hopefully if you are still out there, you will see many new posts to your original thread. I don't have a Brazilian yet but I am very fond of the 1917. As soon as I can find one in decent shape, it will join the family.

 

[Old Corp]

Great post and thread. Even though I have what I consider a really good 'US' M1917, I have a special memory of Brazilian M1937's that will always haunt me. Have wanted one ever since.
Back in the mid-to-late '80's, I was a 'back pocket' FFL holder, and being pre-internet, subscribed to 'Shotgun News'.
I do not recall the name of the wholesaler, but do vividly recall many months of near full-page ads of recently imported Brazilian M1937's being advertised. As I recall, the 'grab bag' price was $150, hand picked for $175.
I recall considering getting one, but had other more pressing business at hand.
Now, every time I see one or peruse ads for them, I recall those darn Shotgun News ads and my dumb lack of action.

 

[Texas Star]

I think it is a great thread, too!

Douglas-

If you see this, I didn't really forget Gisele Bundchen, just didn't list all Braziian models also working here. Too many.

But I certainly know who she is, and she is worth about 150 million USD, probably the richest model in the world. She is married to a US football player, with the New York Jets, I think. She got in trouble for criticizing his team mates for dropping his passes in one game, defending her husband.

I just don't like her somewhat aloof attitude and her face, so didn't mention her earlier. Ana Beatriz Barros is my favorite.

It's a pity that so many of the M-1917 .45's are in such poor condition. I've seen the .45 autos only in photos.

 

[Jack Flash]

I just don't like her somewhat aloof attitude and her face, so didn't mention her earlier. Ana Beatriz Barros is my favorite. ...

Yeah, I'm really picky about super models too.

 

[1-1917]

Found an interesting read on Brazils involvement in WWII. Maybe more than most care to read but if you own one of these revolvers, it might add some interest to it. article

 

[Allen in MT]

The S&W DA 45 ACP Brazilian that I looked at today looks to be SN# 418 from the end of the 2nd contract group. this one is stamped on the top of barrel, No S&W stamp on Rt side of barrel. SN on yoke matches frame #. Is there a difference in price from the S&W Rt side stamp Vs S&W stamp on top of barrell

 

[Frank46]

I had long wanted a genuine M1917 for my collection. But due to today's prices figured that was much like a **** shoot. I put a wanted ad on the forum and actually had a few to chose from. I bought the Brazilian model 1st contract. One of these days I'm going to get it rebarreled (already have the bbl) gold bead front sight and possibly a S&W rear sight added. Old eyes you know. Frank

 

[JSR III]

If you see this, I didn't really forget Gisele Bundchen, just didn't list all Braziian models also working here. Too many.

But I certainly know who she is, and she is worth about 150 million USD, probably the richest model in the world. She is married to a US football player, with the New York Jets, I think. She got in trouble for criticizing his team mates for dropping his passes in one game, defending her husband.

Oh the HORROR of it all. That US football player is New England Patriots Quarterback Tom Brady. We here in New England don't use his name and the NY Jets in the same sentence unless its to report how badly we beat them in a game.

 

[StrawHat]

…In 1944, when the Brazilian Expeditionary Force went to Italy (under the 5th US Army) to fight in WWII, most of its troops were fit after its arriving in Naples (mostly Colt M1911A1 pistols, Springfield M1903 rifles, M3A1 submachine guns and M1 carbines). However, a few hundred of revolvers "Modelo 1937" went with some officers that preferred this kind of weapon instead of the semi-auto pistol (at least one Brazilian general is known to have carried one of these in Italy) and with the Brazilian Military Police staff...

Douglas Jr, or anybody,

Is it known what holster was used by the Brazilian Expeditionary Force in Italy?

Kevin