Smith & Wesson S&W 24-3 Model of 1950 .44 Special Target 6 1/2″ Revolver
SOLD FOR: $1,115.00
LSB#: WY250417ES007.1
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 24-3, 1950 Target Reintroduction
Serial Number: ABZ4581
Year of Manufacture: 1983-1984
Caliber: .44 S&W Special
Action Type: Double Action / Single Action Revolver with Swing Out Cylinder
Barrel Length: 6 1/2”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Patridge blade on a raised ramp. The rear sight is a square notch in a micrometer click adjustable base.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered Goncalo Alves target stocks with medallions and a “football” extractor cut. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The checkering is well defined. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
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, this bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. There is some minor wear at the muzzle. There are a few minor. There is a faint turn line on the cylinder, not through the finish. 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 thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a wood presentation case.
Our Assessment: This is a great addition to any Smith Collector’s safe. The reissue of the model 24 was a limited production run and it is estimated that only 4,875 of these revolvers were manufactured with the 6.5” barrel, target sights and stocks, in S&W 44 SPL. If you don’t plan on leaving it a safe queen we would understand, the gun fits well in the hand and points nicely, pair that with a nice S&W trigger pull and you have a winner. It may not be in .44 magnum, but face it, when you shoot silhouette out of a .44 mag, you are using 44 spl loads anyway. This is a purpose built revolver for competition, and with the S&W name on it you can’t go wrong no matter if it is for collecting or shooting. Please see our photos and good luck! – L.S.
