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*SOLD* 1985 Smith Wesson 624 .44 S&W Spl Stainless 3" *LEW HORTON COMBAT SPECIAL*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 624 Lew Horton Combat Special is a highly sought-after revolver that blends rugged performance with elegant design, crafted as a limited production run specifically tailored for the collector and serious shooter alike. Chambered in the classic .44 S&W Special, this stainless steel revolver was introduced in the mid-1980s as part of the “Model of 1985” lineup. Built on the robust N-frame, the 624 features a 3" barrel—uniq
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May 19th 2025
*SOLD* 1985 Smith Wesson 24-3 .44 Spl Blue 3" *HIGHLY COVETED LEW HORTON MODEL*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Reintroduced in 1983, the Smith & Wesson Model 24-3 is a double/single-action revolver chambered in the powerful .44 S&W Special cartridge. Built on the square-butt N-target frame with a three-screw configuration, it was offered in 4-inch and 6.5-inch barrel lengths, with rare examples also produced in 5-inch and 5.5-inch configurations. The Model 24-3 features a high-polish blue finish, a six-shot fluted cylinder with a nominal length of 1.57 inches, and a shrou
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May 19th 2025
*SOLD* Smith Wesson 624 .44 S&W Spl Stainless 6.5" *FIRST YEAR PRODUCTION MODEL*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 624 is a stainless steel revolver chambered in .44 S&W Special, introduced in 1985 as part of the company's line of premium target revolvers. With its 6 ½-inch barrel, the Model 624 is built for precision and accuracy, making it an excellent choice for both target shooting and defensive use. The 1/8" pinned black ramp front sight and adjustable micrometer-click rear sight provide a fine-tuned aiming system, allowing for quick
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Mar 11th 2025
*SOLD* 1985 Smith Wesson 49 .38 Special Blue 2" *COLLECTIBLE NO-DASH MODEL*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The .38 S&W Special double-action revolver is built on the round butt J-frame with a shrouded hammer and 3-screw design, nearly identical to the Model 38 but featuring a heavier steel frame. It has a 5-shot, fluted cylinder with a nominal length of 1.53 inches. The revolver comes with a round butt J-frame, available in blue or nickel finishes, and a fat latch thumbpiece found in all three variations. It is fitted with a 2-inch barrel, although 3-inch barrels are rare
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Feb 19th 2025
*SOLD* 1985 Colt MKIV Series 80 .380acp Nickel 3.25" *SCARCE GOVERNMENT 380 MODEL*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt M1911 is perhaps one of the most iconic firearms in history, designed by the legendary John Browning. This semi-automatic pistol, introduced in 1911, was one of the first to use the short recoil principle in its operation, a system in which the barrel and slide move together for a short distance after firing before separating. This design allowed for greater reliability and simplicity, and it quickly became the preeminent operating system for centerfire pistols.
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Feb 18th 2025