Lot 22
Smith &Wesson K-22 Masterpiece, .22 cal. revolver, Blue, 6” barrel, Third Model, Gold Box, 1948
Sold
$760
Timed Auction
Lots 1-50 May 2017
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Description
Smith &Wesson K-22 Masterpiece, .22 long rifle cal. double action revolver.  Serial #K67969, mfg. 1948.  Third Model. Excellent condition.  6” pinned barrel has excellent bore.  Ramp front sight and micro-adjustable rear.  Barrel and frame have 97% blue with slight muzzle wear.  Cylinder has 93% blue with light edge and index wear.  Hammer and trigger have near 100% case color.  S&W gold monogrammed square butt checkered "diamond" walnut grips are very good with a couple minor dings - matching in serial to frame.  Five-screw frame. Matching serials: Butt/barrel/cylinder/grips. Early production "upswept" hammer. Original gold S&W box is in very good condition.  Double action works fine and locks up tightly.  A beautiful early example of this famous target .22!  C&R OK.