USED Smith & Wesson Pre-Victory Military & Police .38 S&W Revolver – 5" Barrel, U.S. Property Marked, Early 1942
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Description
This Smith & Wesson Military & Police revolver is an early World War II Pre-Victory British Service model, manufactured shortly before Smith & Wesson introduced the V-prefix serial-number series. Serial number 939597 places production in early 1942, likely during March or April.
Chambered in .38 S&W, it features a 5-inch barrel, six-round cylinder, fixed sights, double-action/single-action operation, smooth wood stocks and a military lanyard loop. The top strap is marked “United States Property,” identifying it as a wartime government-contract revolver likely supplied to Britain or another Commonwealth nation through Lend-Lease.
The revolver was later returned to the United States through Vega of Sacramento, California, whose import mark is visible on the frame. It remains in good military-surplus condition with finish wear, scratches, patina and handling marks consistent with its age and service history.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Smith & Wesson |
| Model | Military & Police Pre-Victory / British Service Revolver |
| Estimated Production | Early 1942, likely March–April |
| Serial Number | 939597 |
| Caliber | .38 S&W |
| Action | Double Action / Single Action |
| Capacity | 6 Rounds |
| Barrel Length | 5" |
| Frame | K-Frame |
| Sights | Fixed Front Blade and Frame-Notch Rear |
| Grips | Smooth Wood Stocks |
| Finish | Military Matte Black with Wear and Patina |
| Lanyard Loop | Yes |
| Government Marking | “United States Property” |
| Import Mark | Vega, Sacramento, California |
| Condition | Good Military-Surplus Condition |
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