Smith & Wesson S&W Model 53-2 .22 Remington Jet 6″ DA/SA Revolver, MFD 1973

SOLD FOR: $1650

LSB# 210928JM02

Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: 53-2, The .22 Remington “Jet” Centerfire Magnum Revolver

Serial Number: 4K48529

Year of Manufacture: 1973

Caliber: .22 Remington “Jet” Magnum (will also fire .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle with included inserts)

Action Type: Single and Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”. The right sideplate has the large “S&W” logo. The right side of barrel is marked “22 MAGNUM”. The right side of the frame is marked with the four-line Marcas Registradas address. The yoke cut is marked “4K48529” and “MOD./ 53-2”. The yoke and sides of the grip frame are marked with inspection marks. The butt of the grip frame is marked with the serial number.

Barrel Length: 6”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated ramped blade set on a serrated ramped base on the rib. There is an S&W square notch micrometer click adjustable rear sight.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered walnut target stocks with medallions and a football cut. There are a couple of little nicks into the finish, most noticeable on the bottom faces. There is a scratch on the bottom of the left panel. There are some scattered light handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The grips present a gap to one another along the front and bottom. The grips rate in about Fine Plus overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are a few little scuffs and light marks on the barrel, most noticeable towards the front. There are some little tiny marks on the cylinder from use and storage and a couple of little tiny spots of thinning. The cylinder has a faint dragline. The sideplate has some scattered little nicks through the finish. There is a little spot of finish wear on the front of the cylinder. The screwheads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine Plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The single-action is crisp and the double-action is smooth. The cylinder produces light side-to-side movement. We did not test fire this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be required to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: The revolver comes in a cardboard Smith & Wesson box with a serial matching label, it contains paperwork including a manual, cleaning rod, bristle brush, and mops. There are also six-chamber inserts included for use with .22 rimfire ammunition.

Our Assessment: The Smith & Wesson Model 53, “The Jet” is a really interesting offering from Smith & Wesson, one of only two guns ever produced in the .22 Remington Jet caliber. The model was also sold with chamber inserts allowing for the use of .22 Long Rifle for less expensive plinking. The revolver is manufactured with a “switch” on the hammer nose to select one of the dual frame-mounted firing pins for either centerfire (.22 Jet) or rimfire. These guns were produced from 1961-1974 and have tremendous value for any serious Smith & Wesson collector. This example is a later production 53-2 made in 1973 with a 6? barrel and target stocks. For the Smith collector, this could make a great addition but it would also be a fun revolver for velocity junkies who want a .22 Remington Jet handgun. Please see our photos and good luck!