^Lot 707a Smith & Wesson Victory .38 Spl SN: V154466

US Military revolver features 4" barrel, fixed sights, swing out 6 shot cylinder, single/double action, lanyard ring in butt. Wartime "Victory Model" based on five screw K frame Military & Police. Bore is very good to excellent, bright with crisp rifling. Cylinder charge holes are bright and smooth. Metal finish is bead blast matte finish, appears parkerized medium gray, slightly brownish tint, 85% coverage with thinning or bare metal at muzzle, high spots, sides of frame. Trigger and hammer retain dull case color. Grips are smooth wood, very good condition with small scratches & dents. Action is smooth with tight lock up. Most markings are deep & even. Markings include "U.S. NAVY" on topstrap. Caliber marking on right side of barrel appears struck low and deeper across bottom; barrel has flat grind mark in this area that may be evidence of rework, change to markings, or wartime expediency. Numbers on cylinder & barrel match frame. Includes good condition full flap brown leather holster, hook style for US web belt. Condition is NRA Very Good *** C&R Firearm ***