Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this awesome semi automatic pistol today for a penny start auction, this is the Smith Wesson 52 also known as .38 Master Single Action!
Only 3,500 of the no-dash Model 52s were manufactured circa 1961-1963
Only 3,500 of the no-dash Model 52s were manufactured circa 1961-1963
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 52
Serial: 54022
Date of Manufacture: 1961-1963
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Serrated Blade Front/Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Wood with Inlaid S&W Medallions
Action: Semi Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In 1961 the Smith & Wesson Model 52, sometimes referred to as the 38 Master, a semi-automatic pistol was developed by Smith & Wesson for Bullseye shooting. It was one of the first semi-automatic pistols chambered in .38 Special with flush-seated, full wadcutter bullets. The shape of the rimmed cartridge limited the magazine capacity to five rounds. In 1963, the Model 52-1 was introduced; it incorporated a steel frame, a new single-action trigger mechanism, and a different hammer. With its innate accuracy, excellent balance, and the ergonomic perfection of its grip frame, the Model 52-1 was an immediate success with competitive handgun shooters. Smith & Wesson labored mightily to meet demand but without sacrificing quality. In 1971, the Model 52-1 design was improved with the addition of a coil-spring extractor. The change resulted in the designation being changed to Model 52-2. Model 52s proved very popular with bullseye shooters and soon became the dominant target pistol in the U.S. Many famous shooters, including Bill Blankenship, used Model 52s to win numerous world championships, and they were instrumental in weaning American target shooters away from .38 Spl. target revolvers. As the manufacture of Model 52s required a great deal of hand fitting, production numbers were never high, but the price was. Combined with the fact that centerfire bullseye shooting was becoming dominated by customized .45-caliber 1911 pistols, this led to the Model 52-2 being dropped from Smith & Wesson's catalog in 1993.
Condition and Contents:
As you can see in the many high resolution photos, this Smith is in Excellent condition showing no indications of regular consumer use or handling 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: 52
Serial: 54022
Date of Manufacture: 1961-1963
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Serrated Blade Front/Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Wood with Inlaid S&W Medallions
Action: Semi Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In 1961 the Smith & Wesson Model 52, sometimes referred to as the 38 Master, a semi-automatic pistol was developed by Smith & Wesson for Bullseye shooting. It was one of the first semi-automatic pistols chambered in .38 Special with flush-seated, full wadcutter bullets. The shape of the rimmed cartridge limited the magazine capacity to five rounds. In 1963, the Model 52-1 was introduced; it incorporated a steel frame, a new single-action trigger mechanism, and a different hammer. With its innate accuracy, excellent balance, and the ergonomic perfection of its grip frame, the Model 52-1 was an immediate success with competitive handgun shooters. Smith & Wesson labored mightily to meet demand but without sacrificing quality. In 1971, the Model 52-1 design was improved with the addition of a coil-spring extractor. The change resulted in the designation being changed to Model 52-2. Model 52s proved very popular with bullseye shooters and soon became the dominant target pistol in the U.S. Many famous shooters, including Bill Blankenship, used Model 52s to win numerous world championships, and they were instrumental in weaning American target shooters away from .38 Spl. target revolvers. As the manufacture of Model 52s required a great deal of hand fitting, production numbers were never high, but the price was. Combined with the fact that centerfire bullseye shooting was becoming dominated by customized .45-caliber 1911 pistols, this led to the Model 52-2 being dropped from Smith & Wesson's catalog in 1993.
Condition and Contents:
As you can see in the many high resolution photos, this Smith is in Excellent condition showing no indications of regular consumer use or handling 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.
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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