Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver today for a penny-start auction; this is the Clerke 1st Model.
Please note that this example is in non-functional condition; it appears that the cylinder does not rotate on every trigger pull.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Clerke
Model: 1st
Serial: 058645
Caliber: 32 S&W
Finish: Chrome
Barrel Length: 2 1/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front and Rear Sights
Stock/Grips: No Grips
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Clerke 1st Model is an intriguing example of late-20th-century American handgun design, reflecting a period when manufacturers sought to provide simple, affordable revolvers for personal protection and casual ownership. Produced by Clerke Technicorp in the late 1960s and 1970s, the Clerke 1st Model was typically chambered in modest calibers such as .22 LR or .32 S&W, emphasizing controllability, ease of use, and accessibility. This compact double-action revolver featured a swing-out cylinder, allowing for straightforward loading and unloading, and could be fired either in double-action for rapid use or single-action for more deliberate, accurate shooting. Its lightweight construction made it easy to carry and handle, while the short barrel and fixed sights suited the revolver’s intended role as a close-range defensive or utility firearm. Finished in blued, black, or bright nickel-style coatings, the Clerke 1st Model presented a clean, utilitarian appearance that appealed to buyers looking for practicality rather than ornamentation. Simple grips and a no-nonsense control layout reinforced its reputation as an uncomplicated, user-friendly revolver, especially for those new to firearms or seeking a basic wheelgun without unnecessary complexity. Today, the Clerke 1st Model is appreciated less as a performance piece and more as a historical snapshot of an era, valued by collectors and enthusiasts for what it represents: an earnest attempt to deliver an affordable, American-made revolver during a time of significant change in firearms manufacturing and regulation.
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.
Model: 1st
Serial: 058645
Caliber: 32 S&W
Finish: Chrome
Barrel Length: 2 1/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front and Rear Sights
Stock/Grips: No Grips
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Clerke 1st Model is an intriguing example of late-20th-century American handgun design, reflecting a period when manufacturers sought to provide simple, affordable revolvers for personal protection and casual ownership. Produced by Clerke Technicorp in the late 1960s and 1970s, the Clerke 1st Model was typically chambered in modest calibers such as .22 LR or .32 S&W, emphasizing controllability, ease of use, and accessibility. This compact double-action revolver featured a swing-out cylinder, allowing for straightforward loading and unloading, and could be fired either in double-action for rapid use or single-action for more deliberate, accurate shooting. Its lightweight construction made it easy to carry and handle, while the short barrel and fixed sights suited the revolver’s intended role as a close-range defensive or utility firearm. Finished in blued, black, or bright nickel-style coatings, the Clerke 1st Model presented a clean, utilitarian appearance that appealed to buyers looking for practicality rather than ornamentation. Simple grips and a no-nonsense control layout reinforced its reputation as an uncomplicated, user-friendly revolver, especially for those new to firearms or seeking a basic wheelgun without unnecessary complexity. Today, the Clerke 1st Model is appreciated less as a performance piece and more as a historical snapshot of an era, valued by collectors and enthusiasts for what it represents: an earnest attempt to deliver an affordable, American-made revolver during a time of significant change in firearms manufacturing and regulation.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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.
Additional Details
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