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![]() WORLD WAR II British Proofed US SMITH & WESSON .38 Cal. “VICTORY” Revolver Carry Weapon For Fighter and Bomber Pilots In WWII Guns International #: 102589257 Seller's Inventory #: 215416 Category: Smith & Wesson Revolvers - 38/44 - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Military & Police Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com ![]() 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 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 1078 Total Number of Listings: 37852 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order Description: WORLD WAR II British Proofed US SMITH & WESSON .38 Cal. “VICTORY” Revolver Carry Weapon For Fighter and Bomber Pilots In WWII Here we present a British Proofed C&R Smith & Wesson “Victory” Model 38 S&W Revolver, made mid-WWII in Springfield, Massachusetts. The Victory model was so named for the "V" prefix which was placed before the serial number and represented "Victory" against the Axis powers in World War II. Serial numbers for the .38 Special Victory model began at about V1 in early 1942 and ran until VS811119 with a date of late August of 1945 (end of production). Crane and crane recess are also serial numbered to each other, but this is a different number than the revolvers serial number, as is correct for Victory model revolvers. The Victory Revolver was produced throughout most of World War II and is a variation of the Military & Police Model of 1905. The Victory model revolvers participated in various roles from guard duty to riding in a shoulder holster with fighter and bomber pilots. To this day the Victory model is a very enjoyable shooting collectible, mainly due to its inexpensive cost, light recoil, and good accuracy. The overall condition is fine. Very nice Parkerized finish with vivid case colors on the hammer. The action is excellent. The bore is shiny bright with sharp rifling. The grips are in fine shape with good checkering. A great piece of World War II history! This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic. Barrel is 5 inches. Caliber: .38/200 (.38 S&W) 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 $1800 #215416 SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes |