1 of 200 Lew Horton Smith & Wesson Performance Center Heritage Revolver & Box
SOLD FOR: $1,200
Lot 264
Make: Smith & Wesson Performance Center
Model: 59 of 150 Lew Horton Heritage Series 25-11, No. 170186
Serial Number: GBP0059
Year of Manufacture: 2001
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Double Action Revolver with Swing Out Cylinder
Markings: The revolver has standard Performance Center Model 25-11 markings.
Barrel Length: 6 1/2″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a McGivern blade pinned to a ramped raised base that is integral to the barrel. The rear sight is a square notch micrometer sight. The topstrap is drilled and tapped under the rear sight.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered walnut with smooth diamonds and S&W medallions. The grips have light handling marks and the checkering is sharp. The grips rate in about excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Case Colored & Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. There are a few light handling marks and a light turn line on the cylinder. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a vintage style two-piece box with a serial matching label and paperwork including the manual.
Our Assessment: This Smith & Wesson’s model 25-11, a target revolver chambered in .45 ACP with a 6 1/2″ barrel, adjustable sights, and classic stocks. The Model 25, and its pre-numbered version, are built on the N-Frame and were in production from 1955 to 1991 and have made later appearances in the “Heritage” and “Classics” series from Smith & Wesson. This one is a four screw model with a triple lock from the Heritage series, it was made for Lew Horton and only around 150 were produced. This one has hardly any wear and comes in a box with paperwork including a manual. It is in excellent condition with about 99% of its metal finish, a great bore, and good mechanics, this gun seriously looks sharp. This will make a great addition to a Smith & Wesson or revolver collection, especially with its included accessories, and one the collectors won’t want to miss out on given its high condition. Please see our pictures and good luck!
