This is one i got in a collection i bought. Dont know much about it other then its clean does not look refinished looks original tried to get the pictures to show condition new phone doesn't have the best camera.. any info you guy's know would be great.. Have a unfired in box 36 chiefs special ill be posting next.
Smith Wesson 1917 45 ACP
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Welcome to the forum. That’s a fine looking 1917. Congratulations!!
I’m sure others more knowledgeable will jump in and tell you more about it.
I’m sure others more knowledgeable will jump in and tell you more about it.
larryofcc
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Very nice m1917. Now, you need to buy original accoutrements for it. Do not put it into a holster. Get a lanyard, a ammo pouch and some original clipped ammo. I have a mint 4 digit M1917 that I am very proud to own.
Do you mind me asking what that treasure set you back? It sure is a nice one. Thanks for sharing. Big Larry
Do you mind me asking what that treasure set you back? It sure is a nice one. Thanks for sharing. Big Larry
That's a beautiful example of an S&W M1917 in original finish, as mentioned above it's just missing the accouterments to complete the package. No WWI collection of military arms is complete without one. I can't offer you much information but you have a great example of a very desirable gun. I'm sure other more knowledgeable forum members will be along to fill in the blanks.
Green Frog
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What an entrance! That is about as nice an example of the 1917 as I’ve seen in years. It will be fun to shoot with half or full moon clips and 45 ACP or like a “regular” revolver with 45 auto rim ammo. Congrats on a super find.
Froggie
Froggie
Or, it is a really great shooting firearm. .45ACP, with half moon or full moon clips. Can also be used without clips, you just have to manually eject each case with a pencil or like implement.
DWalt
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Now you need a Colt 1917 to go with it.
VaTom
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Very nice example!
hkcavalier
US Veteran
Much nicer than mine! These are surprisingly fun to shoot given how heavy they're sprung.
That’s a beauty! Have you checked the back side of the right grip to confirm the matching serial number in pencil?
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I need that 1917… 
That is a very nice example of a 1917 S&W with early features.
Knowing you also like the Chiefs Special, You may appreciate the attached 'father & son' picture which shows a very strong resemblance. My 1917 is a bit after yours - it shipped Sept 5, 1918.
Knowing you also like the Chiefs Special, You may appreciate the attached 'father & son' picture which shows a very strong resemblance. My 1917 is a bit after yours - it shipped Sept 5, 1918.
StrawHat
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If I read that serial number (22292) correctly it was accepted by the Army in February , 1918.
Goog looking revolver.
Kevin
Goog looking revolver.
Kevin
It came before model numbers, so it's a Chiefs Special - some would call it a Baby Chiefs Special. Many modifications took place prior to the advent of model numbers. This one shipped August, 1951 and has a low SN.
