Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this custom small-frame double-action rimfire revolver for a penny-start auction; this is the Smith & Wesson 34-1 Model of 1953/51 Model of 1960 ".22/32 Kit Gun".
This custom small-frame double-action rimfire revolver is built on a Smith & Wesson Model 34-1 Model of 1953 “.22/32 Kit Gun” frame paired with a Model 51 Model of 1960 “.22/32 Kit Gun” Magnum Rimfire barrel, creating an unusual and desirable hybrid configuration. It features a 3½-inch pinned barrel and is fitted with a .22 MRF cylinder, while an additional .22 Long Rifle cylinder is included, offering added versatility for the shooter or collector. Combining classic S&W kit gun components with thoughtful custom work, this revolver reflects the enduring appeal of Smith & Wesson’s lightweight, accurate small-frame rimfires.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 34-1 Frame / 51 Barrel
Serial: M84017
Date of Manufacture: 1973-1977
Caliber: .22 MRF Cylinder Installed with an Additional .22 Long Rifle Cylinder Included
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 ½" Pinned
Optics/Sights: 1/10" Serrated Ramp Front with White Outline Micrometer Click Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with S&W Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 34, commonly known as the “.22/32 Kit Gun,” is a classic small-frame rimfire revolver introduced in the early 1950s and built on the J-frame. Designed as a lightweight, compact companion for outdoorsmen, it was intended to be easily carried in a tackle box, backpack, or hunting kit, offering reliable small-game and trail utility. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle with a six-shot cylinder, the Model 34 typically featured a pinned barrel, adjustable rear sight, and blued carbon-steel finish, combining practical accuracy with refined craftsmanship. Produced in various configurations from 1953 until the late 1970s, the Model 34 is well regarded today for its balance, smooth double-action trigger, and enduring appeal among collectors and shooters who appreciate traditional Smith & Wesson rimfire revolvers.
Model: 34-1 Frame / 51 Barrel
Serial: M84017
Date of Manufacture: 1973-1977
Caliber: .22 MRF Cylinder Installed with an Additional .22 Long Rifle Cylinder Included
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 ½" Pinned
Optics/Sights: 1/10" Serrated Ramp Front with White Outline Micrometer Click Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with S&W Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 34, commonly known as the “.22/32 Kit Gun,” is a classic small-frame rimfire revolver introduced in the early 1950s and built on the J-frame. Designed as a lightweight, compact companion for outdoorsmen, it was intended to be easily carried in a tackle box, backpack, or hunting kit, offering reliable small-game and trail utility. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle with a six-shot cylinder, the Model 34 typically featured a pinned barrel, adjustable rear sight, and blued carbon-steel finish, combining practical accuracy with refined craftsmanship. Produced in various configurations from 1953 until the late 1970s, the Model 34 is well regarded today for its balance, smooth double-action trigger, and enduring appeal among collectors and shooters who appreciate traditional Smith & Wesson rimfire revolvers.
The Smith & Wesson Model 51, officially known as the .22/32 Kit Gun – Model of 1960, is a small-frame, double-action rimfire revolver built on S&W’s J-frame and chambered in .22 Long Rifle. Introduced in 1960 as the direct successor to the earlier pre-model Kit Guns, the Model 51 carried forward the concept of a lightweight, compact revolver intended for outdoorsmen, hikers, and trappers as a handy “kit” companion. It typically featured a pinned barrel (most commonly 4 inches, though other lengths exist), adjustable sights, and the classic blued carbon-steel finish that defined Smith & Wesson’s mid-20th-century revolvers. Produced until 1974, when it was replaced by the stainless-steel Model 63, the Model 51 is well regarded for its excellent balance, smooth action, and practical accuracy, and today it remains a desirable collectible for enthusiasts of classic Smith & Wesson rimfire revolvers.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the additional .22 Long Rifle cylinder as pictured above.
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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