Synopsis:

Rare & Immaculate, Smith & Wesson S&W Model 19-3 Blued Revolver with scarce 2.5” barrel, Boxed with Literature, circa 1973

Description:

Smith & Wesson Model 19-3 Revolver, 3-screw assembly, cal .357 Magnum, 2.5 inch barrel, serrated ramp front sight, fully adjustable rear sight. Left side of the barrel marked “SMITH & WESSON”; right side is marked “S&W .357 MAGNUM”. Sideplate and frame marked with S&W logo and usual address/MADE IN USA. Full serial number and “MOD-19-3” marked on the left side of the inner frame along with assembly number ‘89560’ on inner crane, both repeated under grips on left side/butt of frame. Major components blued with color case hardened trigger and hammer. Wooden bordered checkered grips. Complete with matching original blue/silver shipping box with end label referencing model, finish, caliber, and barrel length. All accessory literature and tools as photographed.

Condition:

EXC+, near new, original factory finish. Cylinder ring barely breaks finish and no cartridge head imprints on recoil shield. No discernible wear on grip straps or grips. Mirror bore. Correct manual mechanics. Comparable condition literature and very crisp box. A gorgeous S&W M19-3 Combat Magnum revolver with full complement of accessories and matching original box from 1973!