NEW ARRIVALS

Colt Automatic Hammerless (1903 Pocket) .32 ACP. Made in 1925, serial 448184 is a Type III version with a 3.75-inch bushingless barrel. Features include a polished blue finish, thumb safety, grip safety and hard rubber grips. CONDITION: Clearly seldom fired and seemingly never carried, the bore is pristine. Metal finish is approximately 97 percent. Grips are solid. The original box (serialed bottom, good condition) with brush and manual is included. The price is firm and layaway is available. $3,000 plus shipping.

Very early Smith & Wesson Model 63 .22 LR. A grand quandry, this one. Serial M105079 (2x: frame and cylinder) left the factory on August 1, 1978 with a four-inch barrel. It currently has a six-inch pinned barrel (tapering rib, red ramp, what appear to be factory markings), semi-target hammer (.375-inch wide, checkered spur), wide trigger (.400-inch, serrated face) as well as ivory grips with medallions. PROVENANCE NOTES: Recent Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation research was unable to provide insight into the origin of these unique features and, after reviewing photos, the representative commented via email “…our service records for the 1970s and 1980s are dreadfully incomplete, so the barrel is almost certainly a factory job.” While the revolver will not letter in its current configuration, the following legend is typed on the back of Dick Metcalf’s business card (included) as was found in the box: “Smith & Wesson 6-inch Model 63 .22/23 (typo noted) Kit Gun Stainless – The only authenticated factory original specimen in existence.” Given Metcalf’s relationships with Smith & Wesson principals, it is certain he had solid information on which to base this statement. Moreover, it as most unusual for Dick to create a paper trail for any of his firearms and only a few other notes of this type were discovered during curation. The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 3rd Edition has the following statement on page 224 under the Model 63 – “Two are reported with a 6” barrel as test and evaluation units…” but neither serial given is a match. As a secondary point of interest, the date January 31, 1977 is stamped inside the box lid. CONDITION: The bore is strong and bright. Cylinder walls are smooth. Mechanics operate properly. Metal finish is approximately 90 percent. Grips have drying cracks. INCLUSIONS: Box with attached (showing six-inch) and separated (showing four-inch) end labels, instructions, warranty card and unused tools (six-inch rod) are present. PROVENANCE: A Certificate of Authenticity signed by George Metcalf (brother) will be included. The price is firm and layaway is available. $5,000 plus shipping. DICK METCALF: P. Richard “Dick” Metcalf (1946-2023) spent the majority of his adult life participating in and profoundly influencing the shooting and hunting industry. For over 40 years, his features and columns were cornerstones of publications such as Guns & Ammo, Handguns, Petersen’s Hunting and of course Shooting Times. Dick also hosted several cable television shows associated with these publications. Dick Metcalf influenced the shooting and hunting worlds for the better and his contributions are certain to stand the test of time.

Extraordinary Smith & Wesson factory prototype Model 63 Kit Gun .22 LR. Made in 1974 with rock-solid provenance provided by a brace of factory letters signed by Roy Jinks, serial M36517 is one of the original 12 prototypes. Features unique to these prototypes include a round butt grip frame, narrow rib, no front sight insert, silver (rather than black) adjustable rear sight and checkered walnut grips with medallions. No model number is marked on the frame. Other features include stainless steel construction, four-inch pinned barrel and a recessed cylinder. CONDITION: The bore and cylinder walls are strong and bright. Mechanics are solid. Metal finish crowds 95 percent. Grips are solid. INCLUSIONS: The Jinks letters, original box, tools (sealed), manual, warranty card, service center listing, ammo flyer and wax paper are present. The box is in fair condition. PROVENANCE: A Certificate of Authenticity signed by George Metcalf (brother) will be included. The price is firm and layaway is available. $5,000 plus shipping. DICK METCALF: P. Richard “Dick” Metcalf (1946-2023) spent the majority of his adult life participating in and profoundly influencing the shooting and hunting industry. For over 40 years, his features and columns were cornerstones of publications such as Guns & Ammo, Handguns, Petersen’s Hunting and of course Shooting Times. Dick also hosted several cable television shows associated with these publications. Dick Metcalf influenced the shooting and hunting worlds for the better and his contributions are certain to stand the test of time.

Outstanding Smith & Wesson Model 60-1 .38 Special. Competed in 1978 from “test group” parts made in 1972 and supported by a factory letter, serial R57161 has unique features including a 3-inch heavy barrel (pinned) and square butt frame. Only 171 pistols in this configuration were ever produced. CONDITION: The bore is strong and bright. Trigger pulls are smooth and mechanics solid. Metal finish and grips are each at least 95 percent. INCLUSIONS: The factory letter, original box, extra grips (smooth, medallions), tools (sealed), instructions, warranty card, ammo/holster/caution flyers and parts list are present. The box is in fair condition. PROVENANCE: A Certificate of Authenticity signed by George Metcalf (brother) will be included. The price is firm and layaway is available. $5,000 plus shipping. DICK METCALF: P. Richard “Dick” Metcalf (1946-2023) spent the majority of his adult life participating in and profoundly influencing the shooting and hunting industry. For over 40 years, his features and columns were cornerstones of publications such as Guns & Ammo, Handguns, Petersen’s Hunting and of course Shooting Times. Dick also hosted several cable television shows associated with these publications. Dick Metcalf influenced the shooting and hunting worlds for the better and his contributions are certain to stand the test of time.

Smith & Wesson Model 19-3 .357 Magnum. Made in 1976, wearing Class A engraving and supported by the included factory letter, serial 9K92256 has a 6-inch barrel (pinned, blade front sight). Features include an adjustable rear sight, color case hammer and trigger, recessed cylinder and smooth target stocks. No box or additional papers. CONDITION: Appears to be unfired since factory proof. Metal and wood finishes are each over 99 percent with but a hint of handling. The quality of engraving is particularly outstanding. The price is firm and layaway is available. $3,750 plus shipping.

Smith & Wesson .44 Target Model of 1950 (pre-Model 24) .44 Special. Made in 1955 and supported by the included factory letter, serial S143840 (4x: frame, barrel, cylinder and grip) is a five screw variant with a 6.5-inch barrel (integral serrated rib, blade front sight, pinned). Features include an adjustable rear sight, color case hammer with checkered spur, color case trigger with serrated face and six serrations on each “strap” and checkered diamond grips. No box or papers. CONDITION: The bore is pristine. Trigger pulls are smooth and the cylinder rotates without stuttering. Metal and wood finishes each exceed 99 percent. The price is firm and layaway is available. $2,750 plus shipping.