Smith & Wesson S&W 25-5 .45 Colt 4″ Nickel DA/SA Revolver 1980-1983
SOLD FOR: $1601
LSB#: 211208BW03
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 25-5, The 1955 .45 Target Heavy Barrel
Serial Number: N849290
Year of Manufacture: 1980-1983
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: 6-Shot, Double Action / Single Action, Swing-Out, Fluted Cylinder Revolver
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”, the right is marked “45 COLT CTG.”. The side plate has S&W’s monogram logo, the right side of the frame has the four line Marcas Registradas. The crane cut is marked with the serial and model numbers. The crane and the sides of the grip frame have inspection marks. The butt is marked with the serial number. The rear face of the cylinder is marked “9 N”.
Barrel Length: 4?, Pinned
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated, ramped blade with a red plastic insert, integral to a rise in the serrated rib. The rear sight is a white-outlined square notch adjustable for windage and elevation, slotted and screw-secured to the topstrap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered wood magna stocks with S&W medallions at their tops. There are a few scattered light handling marks. There is a ding into the wood on the left panel on the rear border of the checkering and some more lighter dings on the bottom edges. The grips are slightly proud. The checkering is mostly sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Nickel
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There are a few scattered scuffs. There are some draglines and swirl marks on the nickel. There are a few scattered little nicks and scratches. There are some spots of finish loss and light erosion on the cylinder in the flutes. The hammer and trigger have some spots of dark discoloration from previous oxidation. There are a few light handling marks. The cylinder has a turn line. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder lockup produces little movement. The single action is crisp and the double action is smooth. 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 Smith & Wesson’s model 25-5, a heavy barreled target revolver chambered in .45 Colt. This one has checkered magna stocks and a nickel finish. This one has a 4″ barrel which we don’t seen that many of and everyone at the shop who picked it up fell in love. It is in Fine condition with about 95% of its metal finish, a great bore, and good mechanics. This will make a great addition to a Smith & Wesson or revolver collection and will certainly be a fun shooter. Please see our pictures and good luck!