Smith & Wesson S&W Model 24-3 1950 Target .44 Spl. 6.5″ DA/SA Revolver C&R

SOLD FOR: $906.15

WOA#: 230611GH003

Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: 24-3, 1950 Target Reintroduction

Serial Number: ABZ6981

Year of Manufacture: 1983

Caliber: .44 S&W Special

Action Type: Single And Double Action Revolver, 6-Shot Fluted Cylinder

Markings: The left of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”, the right is marked “.44 S.&W. SPECIAL CTG”. The butt is marked with the serial number. The yoke cut is marked with the model and serial numbers. The yoke and sides of the grip frame have inspection marks. The side plate has the S&W logo, the right of the frame has the four line Marcas Registradas.  The inside of the right grip is marked “AUG 26 1983”.

Barrel Length: 6.5”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Patridge style blade on a raised ramp. The rear sight is a square notch in a micrometer click adjustable base serrated as well for glare reduction.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are a two piece checkered Goncalo Alves target stocks with medallions.  One grip is lighter than the other.  There are some scuffs on the bottom of the grips and a few light scratches on the sides.  The checkering is crisp and the peaks are sharp.  Overall, the grips rate in about Very Good 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 but there is a small patch in one of the grooves that looks like possible corrosion or carbon build up.

Overall Condition:  This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are a couple faint hairline scratches on the cylinder, so light they may go unnoticed. The cylinder has a faint, incomplete turn line. There is some thinning on the trigger and hammer as well as on the cylinder.  The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder lockup has almost no play. The double action is smooth and the single action is crisp. 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: None.

Our Assessment:  This is a great addition to any Smith Collector’s safe. The reissue of the model 24 was a limited production run. 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 the 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. Please see our photos and good luck!