Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is honored to present this rare vintage snub-nose revolver package today for a penny-start auction; this is a Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 (.38 M&P, 3rd Model).
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 (.38 M&P, 3rd Model)
Serial: 72240 (Assembly cut number 91730 on frame crane)
Date of Manufacture: Circa Early 20th Century (Confirmed by Matching Serial Number 72240)
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Factory Blued Carbon Steel Frame, Cylinder, & Barrel w/ Case-Hardened Hammer & Trigger
Barrel Length: 2" Snub Nose Steel Barrel w/ Under-Barrel Locking Pin
Optics/Sights: Half-Moon Front Sight Blade & Integral Frame Rear Notch Sight
Stock/Grips: Factory Diamond Checkered Walnut Service Stocks w/ Silver S&W Logo Medallions
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) 5-Screw 5-Shot Revolver
Markings: Barrel left stamped "SMITH & WESSON". Barrel right stamped ".38 S.&W. CTG.". Frame right stamped "MADE IN U.S.A. / MARCAS REGISTRADAS / SMITH & WESSON / SPRINGFIELD, MASS." and large S&W trade mark logo on frame left side plate. Frame butt, cylinder rear face, and extractor star stamped matching serial "72240". Frame crane recess stamped assembly number "91730".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Featuring early Smith & Wesson 5-screw frame architecture, classic hand-ejector lockwork, and iconic diamond-checkered walnut timber, early 20th-century S&W revolvers represent the golden age of American craftsmanship. Chambered in the classic .38 Special cartridge and fitted with an elusive 2-inch snub-nose barrel, this compact 5-shot revolver offers exceptional balance and historical charm. The early 5-screw configuration incorporates four sideplate screws alongside a fifth screw located directly in front of the trigger guard.
This specific example is an authentic vintage Smith & Wesson 5-screw revolver bearing serial number 72240. Chambered in .38 Special with a 2-inch snub-nose barrel, it features a factory blued finish, case-hardened hammer and trigger, and original diamond-checkered walnut stocks set with silver S&W logo medallions. Matching serial numbers (72240) are verified across the frame butt, rear cylinder face, and extractor star. The revolver comes paired with a vintage black leather OWB belt holster. A rare find for Smith & Wesson collectors, wheelgun purists, and early 20th-century firearm connoisseurs.
Contents:
Model: .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 (.38 M&P, 3rd Model)
Serial: 72240 (Assembly cut number 91730 on frame crane)
Date of Manufacture: Circa Early 20th Century (Confirmed by Matching Serial Number 72240)
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Factory Blued Carbon Steel Frame, Cylinder, & Barrel w/ Case-Hardened Hammer & Trigger
Barrel Length: 2" Snub Nose Steel Barrel w/ Under-Barrel Locking Pin
Optics/Sights: Half-Moon Front Sight Blade & Integral Frame Rear Notch Sight
Stock/Grips: Factory Diamond Checkered Walnut Service Stocks w/ Silver S&W Logo Medallions
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) 5-Screw 5-Shot Revolver
Markings: Barrel left stamped "SMITH & WESSON". Barrel right stamped ".38 S.&W. CTG.". Frame right stamped "MADE IN U.S.A. / MARCAS REGISTRADAS / SMITH & WESSON / SPRINGFIELD, MASS." and large S&W trade mark logo on frame left side plate. Frame butt, cylinder rear face, and extractor star stamped matching serial "72240". Frame crane recess stamped assembly number "91730".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Featuring early Smith & Wesson 5-screw frame architecture, classic hand-ejector lockwork, and iconic diamond-checkered walnut timber, early 20th-century S&W revolvers represent the golden age of American craftsmanship. Chambered in the classic .38 Special cartridge and fitted with an elusive 2-inch snub-nose barrel, this compact 5-shot revolver offers exceptional balance and historical charm. The early 5-screw configuration incorporates four sideplate screws alongside a fifth screw located directly in front of the trigger guard.
This specific example is an authentic vintage Smith & Wesson 5-screw revolver bearing serial number 72240. Chambered in .38 Special with a 2-inch snub-nose barrel, it features a factory blued finish, case-hardened hammer and trigger, and original diamond-checkered walnut stocks set with silver S&W logo medallions. Matching serial numbers (72240) are verified across the frame butt, rear cylinder face, and extractor star. The revolver comes paired with a vintage black leather OWB belt holster. A rare find for Smith & Wesson collectors, wheelgun purists, and early 20th-century firearm connoisseurs.
Contents:
Vintage black leather OWB belt holster as shown.
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
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
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Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
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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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1207847513 |
BidPrice: |
0.26 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-10-11 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
0.26 |
