Lot # : 36 - 18LKY-2 S&W TRIPLELOCK REVOLVER #2462

Smith & Wesson “Triple Lock” DA revolver, .44 S&W Special caliber, 4” barrel, King sights, old re-nickel finish, checkered wood medallion grips, S/N 2462, originally obtained from the family of William Swanwick (1899-1991). According to the family, Swanwick joined the Navy in 1916 and reportedly sailed to China in the defending of American interests. He later became a Soldier of Fortune in Mexico, Central America and South America. His extensive training and experience with firearms resulted in his later life support of the U.S. Olympic shooting team where he reportedly trained, traveled, judged and played a significant role with the team, at his own expense. The gun is in overall good to very good condition as re-finished with a crisp action, good bore and very good grips. Accompanying this gun is an expanded summary of Swanwick’s life experiences and a factory letter confirming caliber, barrel length, nickel finish and checkered walnut grips (adjustable King sights were after market. The gun was shipped from the factory on Jan. 25, 1911 and delivered to M. W. Robinson, New York, NY. (C&R/PPT). Est.: $700-$1,400.