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“HAND EJECTOR” SMITH & WESSON .32 S&W Caliber Model of 1896 Revolver C&R Smith & Wesson’s FIRST “Swing-Out” Cylinder Revolvers
Guns International #: 101608404 Seller's Inventory #: 201782
Category: Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - 22/32
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Description:
“HAND EJECTOR” SMITH & WESSON .32 S&W Caliber Model of 1896 Revolver C&R
Smith & Wesson’s FIRST “Swing-Out” Cylinder Revolvers
Here we present a Smith & Wesson .32 S&W Hand Ejector 1st Model Revolver, also referred to as the Hand Ejector Model of 1896, manufactured between 1896 and 1903 in Springfield, Massachusetts. The “Hand Ejector” models were the first time S&W made a revolver with a swing-out cylinder. Interestingly, there is no cylinder latch, but the action opens by pulling forward on the exposed portion of the cylinder pin. This frees the spring tension and allows the cylinder to swing free. Another novel feature of this model is the cylinder stop location, which is located in the top of the frame over the cylinder.
The Model of 1896 was made for only seven years. It was not a big success on the civilian market, but a few major police departments, including Philadelphia’s, adopted the model as a service revolver. Chambered for .32 S&W Long cartridge, has a 6-shot fluted cylinder and offered with 3.25", 4.25" and 6" long barrels. Available with a round or square butt, it also came with checkered hard rubber grips and was either blued or nickel-plated. Factory installed target sights were available by special order.
The overall condition is fine. The action is strong and tight all the way around. The bore is in very good condition. Both grips are in good shape with the left grip missing a chip from the butt. A great example of Smith & Wesson’s pioneering swing-out cylinder!
This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.
Barrel is 3-1/4 inches.
Caliber: .32 S&W Long
Overall condition as seen in photos.
Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL or C&R licensee. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.
Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.
ancestryguns
$1045
#201782
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes