S&W K22 Masterpice 1940

WOW Thank you all for your help. Here answers to some of the questions I have been asked. Yes the grips are SN# to the gun, the frount sight looks silver so it may be stainless. the rear sight just says (patents pending) I al so have in my shop a S&W K-22 SN# K128807 in 99% and a K-38 k320745 also in 99% both of them for sale, but this one one I still need to think on. the offer at $1900 is vert tempting. I think I love you guys (LOL)
 
DCWilson said:
Welcome to the forum. What a splashy way to introduce yourself! Lots of seasoned collectors here are going be green with envy. After years of looking I finally managed to acquire one of these K-22/40 models (as the company referred to them when they were in production) just a few months ago, and I love it.

That gun looks to be in spectacular condition. Congratulations!
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Thank you and I am glad you got one.
 
Masterpiece said:
Hi Alan,

Yes, your Revolver is what's referred to as a 2nd Model K-22 Masterpiece & is worth every penny of $1900 plus some given the Finish, Grips ,Etc. we're seeing are Original!!

These were produced in several batches in 1940 & yours was the last one built in the 4th Production Run which makes it a fairly Early Production Revolver!! Just out of curiosity, is your Rear Sight stamped with a Patent Date or is it stamped "Patent Pending"?? Also, is the Bead in the Frt. Sight Blade Gold or Stainless??

By the way, Excellent First Post & Welcome to the Forum!!
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Thank you and I never join a forum unless I have something to add on a positive note, This forum seems to all be real gun lovers with a postitive spin, I like that. I am happy to be here and was able to make a good firest impersion. Here is some more detaills on the K22/40. light rust blemish beetween triger gaurd and frount strap about 1.5mm x 1.mm very small. all bluing is intact but a little wear on extrator rod. 3 or 4 pin size pit marks on barrel but they can only be seen useing a loop. case harding is all there but hammer has small pin head sizs pits on right side.
 
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doc540 said:
Definitely a $500 model.

And being the generous type, I'll give you $505 for it and even pay shipping.

You just meet the nicest people on the Forum. ;)
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HAHA for you I will do it for the $505 shipping and $2400 for the gun...:) LOL
 
Jebus35745 said:
Are you a gun shop? I'll give you 1900 for it. Very nice gun and I have a set of grips for it. Larry
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Yes I am a gun shop
Alan's Firearms in Port St, Lucie FL. I will think about your offer but before I would take an offer like that I would wan't you to see better photos to make sure you know what you are gettein.
 
Alansfirearms;136591433 Yes the grips are SN# to the gun said:
Good Mornin' Alan,

Thanks, that information pretty much verifies it as being an Early Production Example of one of these K22/40's!!

I'd also like to add that if you "Do" decide to let it go you give the guys here "First Right Of Refusal" before posting it elsewhere!! I'm sure anyone one here would appreciate adding this Fine Revolver to their collection & would give it a good home as well!!

Take Care!!
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I will let you guys know if I want to sell this firearm, I did give someone on here a firest dibs on it but if he says no to the price I will post it here before I do anything. I fell obligated to give you guys a crack at it befor it goe's public
Alan
 
Very nice. I live a couple of hours south in Broward. I'd be interested in the other K-22. I have a friend up your way and I'm gonna call him and ask if he knows your shop.

Welcome to the forum. These guys know more than anybody about S&W and firearms in general.
 
I picked up a colt officers target model today its built on the larger frame. Now i will look for more 22 rev in my area.
 
Alansfirearms said:
I will let you guys know if I want to sell this firearm, I did give someone on here a firest dibs on it but if he says no to the price I will post it here before I do anything. I fell obligated to give you guys a crack at it befor it goe's public
Alan
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Great Alan. If you do give us a chance at it, please post it in the "For Sale" area and be sure to read the rules listed in there. Nothing to serious, but many first time users don't get it right because they don't read the rules.

Thanks for showing us such a nice gun, and welcome to the forum.
 
DeathGrip said:
Very nice. I live a couple of hours south in Broward. I'd be interested in the other K-22. I have a friend up your way and I'm gonna call him and ask if he knows your shop.

Welcome to the forum. These guys know more than anybody about S&W and firearms in general.
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I will have my partner contact you on the other 22
 
I will read all the selling ruls befor I sell it if I do . The blue book has them at some very high prices, The one I have is not mint but I would call it exelent to very good. Here some more pics of it. Hope you enjoy them.
 
Alansfirearms said:
I will read all the selling ruls befor I sell it if I do . The blue book has them at some very high prices, The one I have is not mint but I would call it exelent to very good. Here some more pics of it. Hope you enjoy them.
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I realize it may look self-serving for a collector to tell a dealer to be cautious of the Blue Book, but many of the suggested prices for particular S&W models (in particular pre-war guns) are just laughable. Plenty of sellers on Gunbroker never move guns that interest collectors because the items are saddled with opening bids or reserves that reflect the "knowledge" they found in the Blue Book.
 
DCWilson said:
I realize it may look self-serving for a collector to tell a dealer to be cautious of the Blue Book, but many of the suggested prices for particular S&W models (in particular pre-war guns) are just laughable. Plenty of sellers on Gunbroker never move guns that interest collectors because the items are saddled with opening bids or reserves that reflect the "knowledge" they found in the Blue Book.
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Hi David
You sound like me talking to someone comming into my store telling me what the blue book sayes. Yes, I agree with you, the B.B. is just a reference. As of now I think I am going to hold on to the firearms untill I get a better understanding of just what I have. When that happens and I know what I will do with my K22/40, you all will be the first to know. I keep my word and you alll will get first dibbs
 
Guess who I met today........

I met both Allen and Mark at the West Palm Beach Gun Show.

Let me tell you guys they had a great display and were busy as two guys could be. Why were they so busy? They have some nice stuff. :D:D:D

I spoke to Mark of the tele. about the other K-22 and it was exactly as he described it. It's mine now. ;)

I didn't have time to check out the others but if your in the area go to the show or to their shop in Port St. Lucy. I'll be up to the shop next week to see the rest and maybe find some time to BS a little.

I told them they should list the guns here instead of GB because of the quality of the guys here. Plus no fee.

Thanks Mark for the deal and thanks to Allen for putting us together.

(Pics next week)
 
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