Smith & Wesson Outdoorsman .22 LR, 1931, very early example, 6-inch, adjustable, serialed grips, five screw, 80 percent

Smith & Wesson Outdoorsman .22 LR. Made in 1931, serial 632471 is, by number, approximately the 350th unit of this model to be produced. The serial appears on the barrel, cylinder, butt and inside the grips. Features include a 6-inch pinned barrel with brass-beaded blade front sight, adjustable rear sight, color case “long action” hammer with checkered spur and “patent” marking, recessed cylinder, color case trigger with serrated face, five screw configuration and checkered walnut grips. Initials “AJW” appear in ink on the inside of the unnumbered grip panel. CONDITION: The bore is outstanding, strong and bright. Both single and double action trigger pulls are staggeringly smooth and the balance of mechanics are solid. Metal finish is approximately 80 percent with light instances of thinning, defined turning ring, micro-scratches and small brown areas at the top of the backstrap. Grips are solid and approximately 90 percent.No box or papers. The price is firm and layaway is available. $2,250 plus shipping.