Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this Ultra Rare & Desirable Dan Wesson 14 Pistol Pack "Pistol Pac".
These sets are Extremely Scarce and are feverishly desired and sought after by collectors around the world!
These sets are Extremely Scarce and are feverishly desired and sought after by collectors around the world!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Dan Wesson
Model: 14 Pistol Pack
Serial: 337165
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 2.5" / 4" / 6" / 8" *Interchangeable Barrels*
Optics/Sights: Red Ramp Front with Frame Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Target with DW Medallions
Action: Single/Double
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The double-action revolver design introduced by Dan Wesson was invented by Karl R. Lewis.Lewis was responsible for a number of new firearms designs while working for various firearms manufacturers, including the Army's 40mm break-open grenade launcher and the .357 caliber Colt Trooper revolver. Lewis had previously invented an interchangeable barrel system for revolvers, and this system was incorporated into the Dan Wesson prototype.
While nearly all revolvers are constructed with a barrel screwed tightly to a frame (which must be removed and installed by an experienced gunsmith), Lewis' idea was to house the barrel tube within a separate shroud secured by a nut at the muzzle, which places tension on the barrel and provides support at both ends of the barrel. By unscrewing the muzzle nut, the shroud and barrel could be removed and replaced with different barrel lengths and shroud configurations. The fact that the DW barrel is supported and placed under tension at both ends (along with the ability to fine-tune barrel-cylinder gap) resulted in markedly increased accuracy over conventional revolver designs.
The first interchangeable barrel revolvers produced were the Dan Wesson Models W8, W9, W11, and W12, all medium-frame size frame revolvers chambered in .38 Special or .357 Magnum. The W8 and W11 had either a fixed rear sight, or a rear sight adjustable only for windage, while the W9 and W12 featured a rear sight fully adjustable for both windage and elevation. The barrels and shrouds for both models were interchangeable and used a large externally mounted nut on the muzzle end to secure the barrel and shroud.
The shrouds on these early models had an elongated flange (known to collectors as "Pork Chop" shrouds) which mated with the front of the revolver's frame. Initial barrel/shroud options were 2 1/2-inch, 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inches. A custom barrel nut wrench and feeler gauge were supplied with each pistol, and barrel changes could be accomplished in two minutes or less. In 1971, DW introduced the Models 14 (fixed sights) and 15 (adjustable sights) in .357 Magnum caliber. The new models still used the "pork chop" flanged barrel assembly, but the muzzle nut was redesigned and recessed inside the shroud to improve the gun's appearance. The Model 14 as similar to the Model 11.
This is the Elusive & Extremely Rare Dan Wesson Model 14 Pistol Pac edition wearing the stunning factory Deep Blue finish, sporting the ultra rare 2.5" - 4" - 6" - 8" Ventilated Rib barrels, chambered in the Iconic 357 Magnum cartridge and features the original wood grips. These pistol pac's were used very regularly back in the day and to find an example in comparative condition is nearly impossible!!
Contents:
This example ships with the Original Carrying Case, 4 extra front sights, various tools, the 4 original barrels and extra DW grips. This example remains in ASTOUNDING condition showing no indications of regular consumer use that we can see!
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: 14 Pistol Pack
Serial: 337165
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 2.5" / 4" / 6" / 8" *Interchangeable Barrels*
Optics/Sights: Red Ramp Front with Frame Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Target with DW Medallions
Action: Single/Double
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The double-action revolver design introduced by Dan Wesson was invented by Karl R. Lewis.Lewis was responsible for a number of new firearms designs while working for various firearms manufacturers, including the Army's 40mm break-open grenade launcher and the .357 caliber Colt Trooper revolver. Lewis had previously invented an interchangeable barrel system for revolvers, and this system was incorporated into the Dan Wesson prototype.
While nearly all revolvers are constructed with a barrel screwed tightly to a frame (which must be removed and installed by an experienced gunsmith), Lewis' idea was to house the barrel tube within a separate shroud secured by a nut at the muzzle, which places tension on the barrel and provides support at both ends of the barrel. By unscrewing the muzzle nut, the shroud and barrel could be removed and replaced with different barrel lengths and shroud configurations. The fact that the DW barrel is supported and placed under tension at both ends (along with the ability to fine-tune barrel-cylinder gap) resulted in markedly increased accuracy over conventional revolver designs.
The first interchangeable barrel revolvers produced were the Dan Wesson Models W8, W9, W11, and W12, all medium-frame size frame revolvers chambered in .38 Special or .357 Magnum. The W8 and W11 had either a fixed rear sight, or a rear sight adjustable only for windage, while the W9 and W12 featured a rear sight fully adjustable for both windage and elevation. The barrels and shrouds for both models were interchangeable and used a large externally mounted nut on the muzzle end to secure the barrel and shroud.
The shrouds on these early models had an elongated flange (known to collectors as "Pork Chop" shrouds) which mated with the front of the revolver's frame. Initial barrel/shroud options were 2 1/2-inch, 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inches. A custom barrel nut wrench and feeler gauge were supplied with each pistol, and barrel changes could be accomplished in two minutes or less. In 1971, DW introduced the Models 14 (fixed sights) and 15 (adjustable sights) in .357 Magnum caliber. The new models still used the "pork chop" flanged barrel assembly, but the muzzle nut was redesigned and recessed inside the shroud to improve the gun's appearance. The Model 14 as similar to the Model 11.
This is the Elusive & Extremely Rare Dan Wesson Model 14 Pistol Pac edition wearing the stunning factory Deep Blue finish, sporting the ultra rare 2.5" - 4" - 6" - 8" Ventilated Rib barrels, chambered in the Iconic 357 Magnum cartridge and features the original wood grips. These pistol pac's were used very regularly back in the day and to find an example in comparative condition is nearly impossible!!
Contents:
This example ships with the Original Carrying Case, 4 extra front sights, various tools, the 4 original barrels and extra DW grips. This example remains in ASTOUNDING condition showing no indications of regular consumer use that we can see!
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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