Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this awesome double/single-action revolver today for a penny-start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson Model 34-1, also known as the Model of 1953 .22/32 Kit Gun.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 34-1
Serial: M170253
Date of Manufacture: 1981
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 2" Pinned Barrel
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp 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 Model 34 is a compact double/single-action revolver chambered in .22 Long Rifle, originally introduced as the .22/32 Kit Gun. It was produced with 2-inch or 4-inch pinned barrels and offered with either square- or round-butt frames. The revolver features a six-shot fluted cylinder measuring 1.32 inches on the improved I-frame, with later J-frame production increasing cylinder length to 1.44 inches. The 2-inch barrel variant typically features a high-profile 1/10-inch serrated ramp front sight and a micrometer-click adjustable rear sight. Early production examples were fitted with serrated, case-colored triggers, while later models transitioned to a smooth .312-inch trigger and a .375-inch semi-target, case-colored hammer. Finishes were offered in blue or nickel, and the flat-latch thumbpiece appeared in three distinct variations over the production run. Standard grips were walnut with Smith & Wesson medallions. The Model 34 was initially built on the improved I-frame and later on the J-frame, with a small Smith & Wesson trademark on the frame. Barrel markings read “22 L.R. CTG.” on the right side and “Smith & Wesson” on the left. Produced from 1953 until its discontinuation in 1991, the Model 34 established itself as a lightweight, accurate rimfire revolver valued for its portability and refinement, earning enduring popularity among outdoorsmen, collectors, and recreational shooters alike.
Model: 34-1
Serial: M170253
Date of Manufacture: 1981
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 2" Pinned Barrel
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp 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 Model 34 is a compact double/single-action revolver chambered in .22 Long Rifle, originally introduced as the .22/32 Kit Gun. It was produced with 2-inch or 4-inch pinned barrels and offered with either square- or round-butt frames. The revolver features a six-shot fluted cylinder measuring 1.32 inches on the improved I-frame, with later J-frame production increasing cylinder length to 1.44 inches. The 2-inch barrel variant typically features a high-profile 1/10-inch serrated ramp front sight and a micrometer-click adjustable rear sight. Early production examples were fitted with serrated, case-colored triggers, while later models transitioned to a smooth .312-inch trigger and a .375-inch semi-target, case-colored hammer. Finishes were offered in blue or nickel, and the flat-latch thumbpiece appeared in three distinct variations over the production run. Standard grips were walnut with Smith & Wesson medallions. The Model 34 was initially built on the improved I-frame and later on the J-frame, with a small Smith & Wesson trademark on the frame. Barrel markings read “22 L.R. CTG.” on the right side and “Smith & Wesson” on the left. Produced from 1953 until its discontinuation in 1991, the Model 34 established itself as a lightweight, accurate rimfire revolver valued for its portability and refinement, earning enduring popularity among outdoorsmen, collectors, and recreational shooters alike.
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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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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