Smith & Wesson 25-2 1955 Model .45 ACP Target Heavy Barrel 6″ Revolver

SOLD FOR: $1,325.00

LSB#: LSB260302JJ011

Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: 25-2, 1955 Model .45 Target Heavy Barrel

Serial Number: N829850

Year of Manufacture: 1980-1983 (Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson)

Caliber: .45 ACP / .45 Auto Rim

Action Type: 6-Shot, Double Action / Single Action, Swing-Out Fluted Hand Ejector Revolver

Markings:  The left side of the barrel is marked with “SMITH & WESSON”. The crane cut is marked with the serial number and “MOD. 25-2″. The crane arm is marked with inspector marks. The right side of the barrel is marked 45 CAL. MODEL 1955”. The right side of the frame is marked with the four-line Marcas Registradas and the S&W monogram logo.

Barrel Length: 6″, Pinned, Full-Rib

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Patridge style blade integral to a serrated rise on the barrel rib. The rear sight is a flat top, square notched leaf in a base that is micrometer click adjustable for windage and elevation. The rib is serrated, and the top strap has a matte finish for glare reduction.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The refinished grips are two-piece checkered Target stocks with a speedloader cut and silver S&W medallions. There are minor handling marks and scratches. The checkering is sharp and well defined. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Fine-Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is fouling along the grooves. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are minor scratches and handling marks. There is little finish loss at the muzzle. There are carbon rings on the face of the cylinder, as well as a turn line behind the flutes. The screw heads are sharp with light use. The markings are clear and legible. Overall, this handgun rates in Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The lockup is tight with minimal play at each chamber. 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: Soft case, 75x moon clips, Moon clip loader, and moon clip unloader.

Our Assessment:  This Smith & Wesson Model 25-2, the Model 1955 .45 Target Heavy Barrel, is a classic N-frame target revolver chambered for .45 ACP and .45 Auto Rim. The Model 1955 Target continued Smith & Wesson’s long association with large-frame .45 caliber revolvers, tracing its practical roots back to the Model 1917 revolvers made for military use during World War I. The 25-2 became especially popular with bullseye shooters and revolver enthusiasts who appreciated its heavy barrel, excellent adjustable sights, smooth N-frame action, and the ability to use .45 ACP with moon clips or .45 Auto Rim without them. This example has the desirable 6″ pinned full-rib barrel, Patridge front sight, micrometer-click adjustable rear sight, original blue finish, and refinished checkered target stocks with silver S&W medallions.

This revolver rates in about Fine overall condition, retaining approximately 98% of its original blue finish with minor scratches and handling marks, slight muzzle finish loss, carbon rings on the cylinder face, and a turn line behind the flutes. The bore is bright with sharp rifling, fouling in the grooves, and no erosion, rating 9/10 in this writer’s opinion. The refinished target stocks rate Fine-Excellent, showing minor handling wear with sharp checkering and no cracks or chips. Mechanically, the action functions correctly, and the lockup is tight with minimal play at each chamber. The included soft case, 75 moon clips, moon clip loader, and moon clip unloader make this a particularly useful package for the shooter who intends to put this revolver back on the range. With its strong condition, classic target configuration, pinned barrel, and .45 ACP/.45 Auto Rim versatility, this Model 25-2 should appeal to Smith & Wesson collectors, bullseye shooters, and fans of traditional big-bore N-frame revolvers. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids! -MY