Smith & Wesson S&W Model 35-1 1953 .22/32 Target .22 LR 6″ Revolver C&R

Sold for $2026.00

LSB#: 220823PC017

Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: 35-1, The Model of 1953 .22/32 Target

Serial Number: 104020

Year of Manufacture: 1966-1969

Caliber: .22 Short, Long or Long Rifle

Action Type: Single Action or Double Action Revolver with 6 Round Swing-Out Cylinder

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON” and the left side of the frame is marked with the S&W logo. The yoke cut is marked “MOD. / 35-1”. The right side of the frame is marked with the 4 Line “Marcas Registradas” address. The right side of the barrel is marked “.22 LONG RIFLE CTG.”. The butt is marked “104020”. The front face of the ejector is marked with the serial number. The yoke and sides of the grip frame are marked with inspection marks.

Barrel Length: 6″

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a patridge blade fixed to the barrel rib. The rear sight is a flat topped square notched target sight adjustable for windage and elevation that is screwed to the top strap. The top strap, barrel rib and the base of the rear sight are serrated and have a matte finish to reduce glare.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are smooth wood with a football cut and S&W medallions. The panels enclose the frontstrap, butt and half of the backstrap. There are a couple of little light marks, mostly just on the bottom faces. There is light handling wear. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

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

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. Some of the edges have light finish wear, the most noticeable is on the muzzle. There are a few scattered light marks. There is a turn line through the finish on the cylinder. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are crisp. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The barrel on this revolver is pinned. The action functions correctly. The cylinder lockup is SOLID on all six chambers. The double action trigger is smooth and the single action crisp. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.

Our Assessment: This is a S&W Model 35-1 Model of 1953 .22 Kit Gun with a 6” barrel and a blue finish. The revolver is in about Excellent condition with about 98% of its original metal finish remaining. The Model 35 Target is built on the same frame as the Model 34 Kit Gun but differentiates itself with its 6″ barrel and Patridge front sight. This is the 35-1 Model with the larger J-Frame as compared to the original design. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion. With its adjustable sights it should be quite accurate with its 6” barrel, it will be great for plinking and varmint control. It would make a perfect plinker, but in its high condition, this is going to interest the Smith collectors too. Please see our photos and good luck!