Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double/single-action revolver today for a penny-start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman Model of 1950 “Pre-Model 23”.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: .38/44 Outdoorsman Model of 1950 “Pre-Model 23”
Serial: S93425
Date of Manufacture: 1952-1953
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 6 1/2" Pinned Barrel with Raised Rib
Optics/Sights: Patridge Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Grips with Checkering and S&W Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman Model of 1950, also known as the Pre-Model 23, is a double/single-action revolver chambered in .38 Special and built on the square-butt target N-frame with five-screw construction. Introduced in September 1950 as the postwar continuation of Smith & Wesson’s earlier .38/44 Outdoorsman line, the revolver was designed as a heavy-duty .38 Special platform intended for target shooting, law enforcement use, and outdoor carry. It features a six-shot fluted cylinder with a nominal length of 1.57" and was offered in polished blue or nickel finishes. The Model of 1950 introduced several notable refinements over earlier prewar examples, including a raised ribbed barrel, an adjustable micrometer-click rear sight, and a Patridge front sight for improved target accuracy. Additional features include a shrouded extractor rod with a uniform-diameter extractor rod knurled at the end, a .400" target hammer—with an optional .500" version available—and a .265" serrated trigger paired with a short-throw action. The revolver also displays the Smith & Wesson trademark on the sideplate and is fitted with Magna-style diamond walnut grips. Serial numbers fall within the N-frame S-prefix range of approximately S75000 to S261999, with roughly 6,039 examples manufactured between circa 1950 and 1957. In 1957, the revolver transitioned into Smith & Wesson’s numerical model designation system and continued production as the Model 23 until 1966.
Model: .38/44 Outdoorsman Model of 1950 “Pre-Model 23”
Serial: S93425
Date of Manufacture: 1952-1953
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 6 1/2" Pinned Barrel with Raised Rib
Optics/Sights: Patridge Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Grips with Checkering and S&W Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson .38/44 Outdoorsman Model of 1950, also known as the Pre-Model 23, is a double/single-action revolver chambered in .38 Special and built on the square-butt target N-frame with five-screw construction. Introduced in September 1950 as the postwar continuation of Smith & Wesson’s earlier .38/44 Outdoorsman line, the revolver was designed as a heavy-duty .38 Special platform intended for target shooting, law enforcement use, and outdoor carry. It features a six-shot fluted cylinder with a nominal length of 1.57" and was offered in polished blue or nickel finishes. The Model of 1950 introduced several notable refinements over earlier prewar examples, including a raised ribbed barrel, an adjustable micrometer-click rear sight, and a Patridge front sight for improved target accuracy. Additional features include a shrouded extractor rod with a uniform-diameter extractor rod knurled at the end, a .400" target hammer—with an optional .500" version available—and a .265" serrated trigger paired with a short-throw action. The revolver also displays the Smith & Wesson trademark on the sideplate and is fitted with Magna-style diamond walnut grips. Serial numbers fall within the N-frame S-prefix range of approximately S75000 to S261999, with roughly 6,039 examples manufactured between circa 1950 and 1957. In 1957, the revolver transitioned into Smith & Wesson’s numerical model designation system and continued production as the Model 23 until 1966.
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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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1174022811 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-05-17 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
805 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-05-17 17:05:52 |
