Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this combat-proven law enforcement revolver for a penny-start auction, this is a Smith & Wesson Model 13-2 Military & Police Magnum in .357 Magnum w/ Pinned Heavy Barrel, Recessed Cylinder & Custom Target Walnut Grips.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: Model 13-2 (Military & Police Magnum)
Serial: 5D55488
Model: Model 13-2 (Military & Police Magnum)
Serial: 5D55488
Date of Manufacturer: 1979
Caliber: .357 Magnum (also chambers .38 S&W Special)
Finish: Factory High-Polished Blued Steel w/ Case-Colored Hammer & Trigger
Barrel Length: 4" Solid Rib Heavy Barrel w/ Pinned Assembly
Optics/Sights: Integral Fixed Serrated Ramped Front Blade Sight w/ Square-Notch U-Channel Frame Top Strap; No Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Smooth Finished Custom Exotic Hardwood Target Grips w/ Left-Side Thumb Rest & Gold S&W Medallions
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) 6-Shot Revolver w/ Counterbored/Recessed Charge Holes & Fluted Cylinder
Markings: Barrel left stamped "SMITH & WESSON"; barrel right stamped "S.&W. .357 MAGNUM"; frame right stamped "MADE IN U.S.A. / MARCAS REGISTRADAS / SMITH & WESSON / SPRINGFIELD, MASS." beneath sideplate large Trade Mark seal; frame crane cut stamped "MOD. 13-2"; frame butt stamped serial "5D55488".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1974 to meet the demanding requirements of federal law enforcement agencies and state police forces, the Smith & Wesson Model 13 Military & Police Magnum represents one of the finest service revolvers ever produced. Built on S&W’s legendary medium K-frame, the Model 13 was designed to offer the stopping power of the formidable .357 Magnum cartridge in an uncluttered, combat-ready package featuring fixed snag-free sights and a solid 4-inch heavy bull barrel. Notably adopted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as their standard-issue sidearm for field agents in 1980 (typically in 3-inch round-butt configuration), the Model 13 earned an unassailable reputation for absolute reliability and pointability in high-stakes duty environments. Vintage "Pinned & Recessed" (P&R) iterations like this 13-2 represent the pinnacle of classic Springfield craftsmanship before modern manufacturing shortcuts were implemented.
This magnificent example is an authentic vintage Smith & Wesson Model 13-2 chambered in .357 Magnum, bearing serial number 5D55488 on the grip frame butt. Configured in classic full-size service trim, it features a 4-inch pinned heavy barrel, factory high-gloss blued steel finish, case-hardened semi-target hammer and serrated combat trigger, recessed cylinder counterbored charge holes, fixed serrated ramp front sight, and a fixed frame trench rear sight channel. The revolver is fitted with a set of smooth custom exotic hardwood target grips featuring a pronounced thumb rest and gold S&W monogram medallions. The deep factory blue finish presents in immaculate condition throughout, displaying brilliant mirror-like lustre and razor-sharp roll-marks. Mechanically, cylinder timing is rock-solid with zero play, double-action cycling is glass-smooth, single-action breaks like an icicle, and the bore and chambers are mirror-bright with razor-sharp rifling. A quintessential pinned and recessed Magnum, this Model 13-2 is a premier acquisition for any classic S&W collector.
Caliber: .357 Magnum (also chambers .38 S&W Special)
Finish: Factory High-Polished Blued Steel w/ Case-Colored Hammer & Trigger
Barrel Length: 4" Solid Rib Heavy Barrel w/ Pinned Assembly
Optics/Sights: Integral Fixed Serrated Ramped Front Blade Sight w/ Square-Notch U-Channel Frame Top Strap; No Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Smooth Finished Custom Exotic Hardwood Target Grips w/ Left-Side Thumb Rest & Gold S&W Medallions
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) 6-Shot Revolver w/ Counterbored/Recessed Charge Holes & Fluted Cylinder
Markings: Barrel left stamped "SMITH & WESSON"; barrel right stamped "S.&W. .357 MAGNUM"; frame right stamped "MADE IN U.S.A. / MARCAS REGISTRADAS / SMITH & WESSON / SPRINGFIELD, MASS." beneath sideplate large Trade Mark seal; frame crane cut stamped "MOD. 13-2"; frame butt stamped serial "5D55488".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1974 to meet the demanding requirements of federal law enforcement agencies and state police forces, the Smith & Wesson Model 13 Military & Police Magnum represents one of the finest service revolvers ever produced. Built on S&W’s legendary medium K-frame, the Model 13 was designed to offer the stopping power of the formidable .357 Magnum cartridge in an uncluttered, combat-ready package featuring fixed snag-free sights and a solid 4-inch heavy bull barrel. Notably adopted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as their standard-issue sidearm for field agents in 1980 (typically in 3-inch round-butt configuration), the Model 13 earned an unassailable reputation for absolute reliability and pointability in high-stakes duty environments. Vintage "Pinned & Recessed" (P&R) iterations like this 13-2 represent the pinnacle of classic Springfield craftsmanship before modern manufacturing shortcuts were implemented.
This magnificent example is an authentic vintage Smith & Wesson Model 13-2 chambered in .357 Magnum, bearing serial number 5D55488 on the grip frame butt. Configured in classic full-size service trim, it features a 4-inch pinned heavy barrel, factory high-gloss blued steel finish, case-hardened semi-target hammer and serrated combat trigger, recessed cylinder counterbored charge holes, fixed serrated ramp front sight, and a fixed frame trench rear sight channel. The revolver is fitted with a set of smooth custom exotic hardwood target grips featuring a pronounced thumb rest and gold S&W monogram medallions. The deep factory blue finish presents in immaculate condition throughout, displaying brilliant mirror-like lustre and razor-sharp roll-marks. Mechanically, cylinder timing is rock-solid with zero play, double-action cycling is glass-smooth, single-action breaks like an icicle, and the bore and chambers are mirror-bright with razor-sharp rifling. A quintessential pinned and recessed Magnum, this Model 13-2 is a premier acquisition for any classic S&W collector.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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