^Lot 395 Smith & Wesson K-22 Masterpiece Third Model Double Action Revolver

Smith & Wesson K-22 Masterpiece Third Model Double Action Revolver, #K40809, .22 LR cal., 6'' pinned barrel, blue finish, checkered walnut diamond center grips with silver S&W medallions, replacement pinned brass beaded blade front sight, and square-notched adjustable rear sight. Hammer and trigger have been polished bright. Matching numbers on the frame, barrel, cylinder, and extractor star; grips are not numbered. Mfg'd 1948. Condition is very good+ as refinished, retaining approx. 98% reblued finish, with a few small spots of rust on left side of the barrel; cylinder shows plum colored toning. New finish was applied over some areas of mild pitting, and few impressions on the cylinder. Factory lettering is clear. Grips are near excellent with crisp checkering. Action is crisp and cycles smoothly. Bright bore is near excellent with well-defined rifling. Est.: $400-$600. (C&R/PPT)