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Smith & Wesson Model 63 prototype .22 LR, 1 of 12, 1974, Jinks letters, round butt, 95 percent, layaway, collection of gunwriter Dick Metcalf
Guns International #: 103046720 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Rimfire
Seller's Information
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Seller: Sportsman's Legacy
Company: Sportsman's Legacy
Member Since: 7/14/10
First Name: Dwight
Last Name: Van Brunt
State: Montana
Country: United States
Phone: (406) 212-0344
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Money order, cashiers check, wire, personal check (banked 10 days), Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover and debit (all cards add 3.5% convenience fee). Layaway available. No outbound sales tax is collected.
About Us: Sportsman’s Legacy provides professional representation for individuals, estates and organizations relating to fine firearms, sporting collectibles, art, books and accessories. Services include consignment, purchasing, valuation, estate planning and national placement consultation. Shipments to California as well as international destinations (via a US-based exporter of customer's choice) are welcome.
Description:
Extraordinary Smith & Wesson factory prototype Model 63 Kit Gun .22 LR. Made in 1974 with rock-solid provenance provided by a brace of factory letters signed by Roy Jinks, serial M36517 is one of the original 12 prototypes. Features unique to these prototypes include a round butt grip frame, narrow rib, no front sight insert, silver (rather than black) adjustable rear sight and checkered walnut grips with medallions. No model number is marked on the frame. Other features include stainless steel construction, four-inch pinned barrel and a recessed cylinder. CONDITION: The bore and cylinder walls are strong and bright. Mechanics are solid. Metal finish crowds 95 percent. Grips are solid. INCLUSIONS: The Jinks letters, original box, tools (sealed), manual, warranty card, service center listing, ammo flyer and wax paper are present. The box is in fair condition. PROVENANCE: A Certificate of Authenticity signed by George Metcalf (brother) will be included. The price is firm and layaway is available. High resolution photos are available by request (please include your direct email address with this request as the GB system does not support attachment of large digital files). DICK METCALF: P. Richard “Dick” Metcalf (1946-2023) spent the majority of his adult life participating in and profoundly influencing the shooting and hunting industry. For over 40 years, his features and columns were cornerstones of publications such as Guns & Ammo, Handguns, Petersen’s Hunting and of course Shooting Times. Dick also hosted several cable television shows associated with these publications. Dick Metcalf influenced the shooting and hunting worlds for the better and his contributions are certain to stand the test of time.
Price: $5,000.00
Handgun Caliber: .22 Long Rifle