Here are some better close up pics of the front sight attachment. I don't know if this is standard or not?
It looks like the standard front sight to me. It is a beautiful gun.
Thanks for sharing,
S&W 38-44 Outdoorsman postwar
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It looks like the standard front sight to me. It is a beautiful gun.
Thanks for sharing,
Walter Rego
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brendonjames65
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Thanks for sharing, they are just a handsome looking gun! The way the bidding was going I didn't think I'd win since I set a limit to stay under $1000 so I was extremely pleased to win!
I actually had a second gun already picked out since I was sure I'd lose out on this Outdoorsman bid, it was an early model Colt Trooper, I know sacrilegious to mention on the S&W Forum! It was such a distant second choice I wouldn't have been happy since I simply couldn't get my mind off the Outdoorsman!
Of course my preference is to collect vintage S&W N frames over Colt's but they aren't inexpensive. My brother (forum member mchom) says any decent N frame is going to be $1000 as a starting point nowadays.
Brendon
I took a good look at this one too. Was tempted. What changed my mind for me is that the serial number on the barrel does not match the serial number of the gun. At some point in time, the barrel has been replaced. You still got a nice looking gun, and it should be a great shooter. Enjoy it.
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As you may have surmised by now, Randy was talking about the 4" OD shown by RKmesa.
Kevin
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Good eye Randy. The 4"er is a well modified O/D that is a great carry gun and a wonderful shooter. Here are a few more photos:
I wonder what rifle that sight was designed for and who made it? That is a good looking set up!
Kevin
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brendonjames65
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Thanks, I was a little slow on the uptake but I figured it out! I believe there are 4 inch factory Outdoorsman's right, but quite rare?
StrawHat
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I "think" that is correct but I am not a big 44 S&W Special guy. I do not even own one.
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brendonjames65
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I will say this has been quite the learning experience. Many of you no doubt have learned through trial and error but willingly share knowledge and insight which is most appreciated.
I've been lucky on other bids so far due to sheer luck and perhaps good timing but that only last so long. Now I can incorporate a checklist of things to look for. Many of you essentially conduct a forensic analysis on the gun!
This Outdoorsman is really just for my own personal use to enjoy and not for resale so it's intrinsic value isn't so important although I still like to think all of my guns are an investment that will yield financial benefit to my family after I'm no longer here.
I've been lucky on other bids so far due to sheer luck and perhaps good timing but that only last so long. Now I can incorporate a checklist of things to look for. Many of you essentially conduct a forensic analysis on the gun!
This Outdoorsman is really just for my own personal use to enjoy and not for resale so it's intrinsic value isn't so important although I still like to think all of my guns are an investment that will yield financial benefit to my family after I'm no longer here.
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Several month ago I purchased a Model 20 .38/44 Heavy Duty .38/44 nickeled Revolver with a five inch barrel (S774--) From A Forum Member I think it is post WWII ??
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jimmy's,
If it is marked Model 20, it is from 1958 or later, so yes, Post WWII. If not so marked, photos will help.
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brendonjames65
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Thanks kscharlie. You, PeteC and others have made some excellent observations. Basic details to you guys but overlooked by me, so all will be added to my repertoire for future purchases/bids on vintage S&W revolvers.
For a shooter and representative sample of a 38/44 Outdoorsman, I believe this beautiful revolver was worth $905 to me at least.
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