Smith & Wesson Pre-27 .357 Magnum Revolver with Gold Box

Smith & Wesson Pre-27 .357 Magnum Revolver

6" Barrel | Blued Finish | Original Gold Box | Factory Wax Paper | September 1951 Shipment

OVERVIEW

Offered here is a desirable Smith & Wesson Pre-27 .357 Magnum revolver chambered in .357 Magnum with a 6-inch barrel and factory blue finish. According to the accompanying information from the previous owner, serial number S81457 shipped on September 28, 1951 to Andy Anderson Sporting Goods of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

The Pre-27 represents Smith & Wesson's flagship N-frame revolver of the post-war era and was produced before model numbers were adopted in 1957. These early .357 Magnums are highly regarded by collectors for their exceptional craftsmanship, deep polished blue finish, hand-checkered topstrap and rib, and premium fit and finish that defined Smith & Wesson's finest revolvers of the period.

This example is accompanied by its original gold two-piece Smith & Wesson box, factory wax paper, and period box end label identifying the revolver as a 6-inch Blue Finish .357 Magnum. The original box is further enhanced by period handwritten ownership information preserved inside the lid.

FEATURES & HIGHLIGHTS

• Pre-27 Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum revolver
• Serial number S81457
• Factory shipped September 28, 1951 (No Factory Letter Included)
• 6-inch pinned barrel
• Recessed Cylinder
• Deep factory blued finish
• Original color cased hammer and trigger
• Original Smith & Wesson diamond walnut Magna stocks
• Original gold factory box with matching barrel length and finish designation
• Original factory wax paper included
• Classic five-screw N-frame configuration
• Collectible pre-model-number production

CONDITION

This revolver remains in very good vintage condition overall.

The action is exceptionally smooth with excellent lockup and timing, exhibiting the refined feel collectors expect from early post-war Smith & Wesson revolvers. The revolver shows honest holster wear and handling marks consistent with use over its lifetime while retaining strong overall visual appeal.

The original color cased hammer and trigger remain particularly attractive, with vivid case colors still visible. The bore appears bright, and the revolver presents as a solid, mechanically sound shooter as well as a desirable collector piece.

The original gold box remains presentable and structurally intact, though it shows age, storage wear, and handling marks consistent with over seventy years of preservation. The factory wax paper is included and shows age-related wear.

HISTORICAL NOTES

Introduced in 1935, the Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum was the first revolver specifically designed for the then-new .357 Magnum cartridge. Built on the large N-frame and finished to an exceptionally high standard, these revolvers quickly earned a reputation among law enforcement officers, sportsmen, and target shooters.

Collectors commonly refer to examples produced before 1957 as "Pre-27" revolvers because they predate Smith & Wesson's adoption of model numbers. Early examples such as this remain among the most sought-after post-war Smith & Wesson revolvers due to their craftsmanship, historical significance, and enduring collectibility.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
• Model: Pre-27 .357 Magnum
• Serial Number: S81457
• Caliber:.357 Magnum
• Action: Double Action / Single Action Revolver
• Capacity: 6 Rounds
• Barrel Length: 6"
• Finish: Blued
• Frame Size: N-Frame
• Sights: Adjustable Rear, Patridge Front
• Grips: Factory Diamond Walnut Magna Stocks
• Hammer: Checkered
• Trigger: Serrated
• Included Accessories: Original Gold Box, Factory Wax Paper, Period Ownership Notations

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