Smith & Wesson Model 547 S&W Military & Police 9mm 3″ SA/DA Revolver 1982
SOLD FOR: $1,525.00
LSB#: LSB260224VB001
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 547
Serial Number: ABK6925
Year of Manufacture: 1982 / Modern
Caliber: 9mm
Action Type: 6-Shot, Double/Single, Swing-Out Cylinder Hand Ejector Revolver.
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”. The left side of the frame, below the cylinder release, is marked with the “S&W” trademark logo. The yoke cut is marked “MOD. 547” and serial number. The right side of the barrel is marked “9MM CTG. PAT. 4127955”. The right side of the frame, below the cylinder, is marked with the four-line “Marcas Registradas” address. The butt of the grip frame is marked with the serial number. The yoke is marked “E25” / “652X5”. Under the left stock on the frame is marked “652X5”. Under the right stock on the frame is marked a circled “G” / “4602”, and a “4” with a heart around it.
Barrel Length: 3″ Low profile rib
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated ramp with a brass insert, fixed to the barrel rib. The rear sight is a rectangular notch sight integral to the top strap. The top strap and rib have a matte finish for glare reduction.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The installed stocks are two piece checkered rosewood, with brass Pachmayr medallions. There is little to no handling wear. There are no chips or cracks. The uninstalled stocks are a two piece checkered rubber with Pachmayr brass medallions. There is little handling wear. There are no rips or chunks. Overall, both sets of stocks rate in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued, Case colored hammer and trigger
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is minimal fouling, but no erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. There is a thin turn line. The barrel has turned to a plum color. There are light handling scratches and nicks. There is thinning of the finish on the bottom of the trigger guard. There is operational wear along the ejector rod. The screw heads are sharp with very minor tooling. The markings are clear and legible. Overall, this revolver is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder lockup is tight with minimal play. There is no end shake. The double-action trigger is smooth. The single action trigger is 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: S&W cardboard box (not serial matching confirmed), paperwork
Our Assessment: The Smith & Wesson Model 547 was introduced in 1980 as an innovative response to growing law enforcement and military interest in the 9mm cartridge during the transition away from traditional revolver calibers. Built on the proven K-frame platform, the Model 547 was unique in that it chambered rimless 9mm cartridges without requiring moon clips, utilizing a sophisticated extractor system that remains one of Smith & Wesson’s more technically interesting revolver designs. Produced only for a short period and in relatively limited numbers, the Model 547 has become highly desirable among collectors of modern Smith & Wesson revolvers. The 9mm cartridge, adopted widely by military and police forces throughout the 20th century, offered economical shooting and broad ammunition availability while bridging the gap between revolver and semi-automatic service handgun development.
This 1982-produced 3 inch example remains in excellent condition and presents exceptionally well with strong original blue finish retention, attractive case-colored small parts, and only light signs of handling and operation. The compact 3 inch configuration is especially sought after, combining the balance of the K-frame with enhanced portability and quick handling characteristics. The revolver is currently fitted with attractive checkered rosewood stocks with Pachmayr medallions and also includes Pachmayr rubber stocks, adding versatility and collector appeal. The bore remains excellent, the action is smooth and tight, and the slight plum coloration developing on the barrel adds character often appreciated by collectors of vintage blued revolvers. Accompanied by its Smith & Wesson box and paperwork, this Model 547 represents one of the more distinctive and mechanically innovative revolvers produced during the transitional revolver era of the early 1980s. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids! -MY