Scarce - Smith & Wesson DA-45 M1917 "Post-War" Transition Commercial, 45 ACP, Revolver, 179669

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Produced sometime between 1946 - 1950, this Smith & Wesson DA-45 Model 1917 revolver is what collectors refer to as a "Post-War" Transition Commercial Model. At the conclusion of WWII, Smith & Wesson purchased back approximately 10,000 U.S. Army M1917 frames from the U.S. Government. These revolver frames were all Martially Proofed with an Eagle Head over an "S" followed by the number 1,2,3,4,6,9,24,27 or 34. These commercial versions will have a 5.5" barrel, Magna-style checkered diamond walnut grips with S&W monograms, blued "commercial finish" and a S&W trademark on the side plate. Early commercial variations will have a standard (no prefix) serial number & lanyard ring, while the majority will have a post-WWII "S" prefix serial number, and may or may not sport a lanyard ring. - Ref. Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 4th Edition book. CONDITION: This revolver is in very nice condition with some light surface wear, has an excellent sharp/ clean bore and appears to be in good working order. HISTORY: The Smith & Wesson Model 1917 revolver is a significant piece of American military history, primarily known for its use during World War I. Developed to supplement the standard M1911 pistol, it was chambered for the .45 ACP cartridge and featured a unique moon clip system to accommodate the rimless round. The S&W M1917, along with the Colt New Service, was one of two revolvers adopted by the U.S. military as the M1917. The first U.S. deliveries of the S&W Model 1917 revolvers were made in October, 1917, and production continued until 1919. While many revolvers were produced, only about half made it to the front lines by the end of the war with many subsequently stored and later used in World War II. The Model 1917's success led to the development of other N-frame revolvers by Smith & Wesson, including the Model 29 .44 Magnum, which gained notoriety through the movie "Dirty Harry". SHIPPING - We offer free shipping anywhere within the continental US. All firearms must be sent to an FFL (or C&R if applicable) regardless of age or caliber. This includes antiques & muzzleloaders. PLEASE READ ALL TERMS BEFORE PARTICIPATING: There is no live crowd, no phone bidding, no left bids and we do not accept payment through the mail.

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Scarce - Smith & Wesson DA-45 M1917 "Post-War" Transition Commercial, 45 ACP, Revolver, 179669
Scarce - Smith & Wesson DA-45 M1917 "Post-War" Transition Commercial, 45 ACP, Revolver, 179669
Lot number: 43
Seller: Will Sullivan Auction Co.
Event: Firearms & Early Military Assets
Ends: Saturday, June 14 | 10:21 AM  Central

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