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Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this heavy-duty, large caliber revolver today for a penny-start auction...this is the WESSON FIREARMS 44!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Wesson Firearms
Model: 44
Serial: 44B001766
Caliber: .44 Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Serrated Red Insert Ramp Front / Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Hogue Monogrip
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Quality is the word that defines Dan Wesson, and history has proven it. Made in America with ingenuity, character, and creativity; Dan Wesson firearms are forged from the very grit, sweat, and hard work that shaped and defined the American frontier. From the early days of world class revolvers, to the present standard for 1911s, Dan Wesson combines the new frontier of firearms technology with the heritage of American craftsmanship.
The history of Dan Wesson firearms began in 1852 when Daniel B. Wesson’s great-grandfather, D. B. Wesson, co-founded Smith & Wesson. One-hundred years later, carrying on the family heritage of firearms innovation, Dan Wesson founded Wesson Firearms Co., Inc in 1968. With a goal of making the world’s best revolver, straight out of the box, and a reputation for perfectionism, Wesson developed the Model 12, .357 Magnum. Soon after, Dan Wesson produced the model 15 and model 715, which revolutionized the world of revolvers with their switch barrel design and ability for consumers to change barrel lengths from their own home.
The Model 44 or Large Frame Dan Wesson was initially offered with 4", 6", 8", or 10" interchangeable barrel/shroud options, and most guns shipped with a 6-inch barrel. A 2 1/2" barrel/shroud was later introduced, available as a separate option from the factory. Like the Model 15-2, the Model 44 could also be purchased with a variety of shroud configurations – either partial lug or full lug with a solid rib or ventilated-rib barrel. The Model 44 could also be obtained with a "Power Control" barrel compensator. This was a stainless steel barrel drilled radially at the muzzle end with a series of small ports. Two small vents cut into the top of the barrel shroud vented excess gas and reduced apparent recoil of the gun, although this feature eliminated the option of using cast lead bullets due to lead and carbon accumulation. At the time, Dan Wesson M44 was the lightest recoiling .44 magnum ever produced. Light recoil was a side benefit in IHMSA silhouette competitions. The Model 44's high level of intrinsic accuracy, combined with an excellent trigger, and fast lock time, caused a surge in popularity of the M44 in heavy-caliber revolver competition, though the gun was also popular with handgun hunters and sportsmen who desired a gun for personal protection against bears or other large predators. The Power Control barrel and vented shroud were eventually dropped, though DW did experiment with an external shroud-mounted compensator in later models.
Model: 44
Serial: 44B001766
Caliber: .44 Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Serrated Red Insert Ramp Front / Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Hogue Monogrip
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Quality is the word that defines Dan Wesson, and history has proven it. Made in America with ingenuity, character, and creativity; Dan Wesson firearms are forged from the very grit, sweat, and hard work that shaped and defined the American frontier. From the early days of world class revolvers, to the present standard for 1911s, Dan Wesson combines the new frontier of firearms technology with the heritage of American craftsmanship.
The history of Dan Wesson firearms began in 1852 when Daniel B. Wesson’s great-grandfather, D. B. Wesson, co-founded Smith & Wesson. One-hundred years later, carrying on the family heritage of firearms innovation, Dan Wesson founded Wesson Firearms Co., Inc in 1968. With a goal of making the world’s best revolver, straight out of the box, and a reputation for perfectionism, Wesson developed the Model 12, .357 Magnum. Soon after, Dan Wesson produced the model 15 and model 715, which revolutionized the world of revolvers with their switch barrel design and ability for consumers to change barrel lengths from their own home.
The Model 44 or Large Frame Dan Wesson was initially offered with 4", 6", 8", or 10" interchangeable barrel/shroud options, and most guns shipped with a 6-inch barrel. A 2 1/2" barrel/shroud was later introduced, available as a separate option from the factory. Like the Model 15-2, the Model 44 could also be purchased with a variety of shroud configurations – either partial lug or full lug with a solid rib or ventilated-rib barrel. The Model 44 could also be obtained with a "Power Control" barrel compensator. This was a stainless steel barrel drilled radially at the muzzle end with a series of small ports. Two small vents cut into the top of the barrel shroud vented excess gas and reduced apparent recoil of the gun, although this feature eliminated the option of using cast lead bullets due to lead and carbon accumulation. At the time, Dan Wesson M44 was the lightest recoiling .44 magnum ever produced. Light recoil was a side benefit in IHMSA silhouette competitions. The Model 44's high level of intrinsic accuracy, combined with an excellent trigger, and fast lock time, caused a surge in popularity of the M44 in heavy-caliber revolver competition, though the gun was also popular with handgun hunters and sportsmen who desired a gun for personal protection against bears or other large predators. The Power Control barrel and vented shroud were eventually dropped, though DW did experiment with an external shroud-mounted compensator in later models.
In 2005, Dan Wesson was aquired by CZ-USA. As Dan Wesson looks to a future of growth and expansion, the innovative tomorrow of firearm technology and design waits on the horizon.
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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