Spotted what I presume to be a fairly old S&W 44. in a pawnshop a year or so ago. It's still there, since the owner is asking a new gun price and I problems with that...
This gun is a 2 inch 44. Special, in stainless, with a round butt and adjustable sights. The really striking thing about it is that the end of the barrel flares -- not only is the front sight blade quite large, but the bottom of the barrel is flared also. It reminds me of the old Cadillacs with huge tail fins. (Yeah, I know, I'm giving away my age.)
How old is this thing, and is it worth the $475 the pawnbroker wants for it? It appears to be in good condition. Is it old enough to be a collector's item? What is the model number?
This gun is a 2 inch 44. Special, in stainless, with a round butt and adjustable sights. The really striking thing about it is that the end of the barrel flares -- not only is the front sight blade quite large, but the bottom of the barrel is flared also. It reminds me of the old Cadillacs with huge tail fins. (Yeah, I know, I'm giving away my age.)
How old is this thing, and is it worth the $475 the pawnbroker wants for it? It appears to be in good condition. Is it old enough to be a collector's item? What is the model number?