Description:
From its home domicile in the rough country next to the Tennessee River comes this bootlegger's revolver from the Prohibition Era. Manufacturer was Iver Johnson Arms & Cycle Works of Fitchburg, MA. From its 10000 range serial number, it was manufactured in 1910 or 1911, perhaps First Year of Production. It somehow made its way, however, to a land flowing with sour mash and yellowjackets, and was modified into a pocket revolver around 1920. Barrel was originally 3 inches, now down to 1 7/8 inches with no sight and patina on the muzzle crown. Chambering is .38 S&W Caliber, with a cylinder capacity of 5 rounds. Action is traditional double and single action, but with a safety half cock position. Loading is via the right side aperture; unloading is cylinder removal procedure, with the cylinder pin and lever retainer. Grips are original black composite with brass screw and escutcheon. Finish shows fairly strong original bluing and color casehardening to the trigger. Balance of the finish is grayiish brown patina. We rate this pocket gun as Good Condition, but photos ought to suffice for our distinguished shoppers to judge finish grade for themselves. Bore, chamber, and mechanism are all bright and clean. Cylinder times correctly in all five positions on both single and double action. We estimate this revolver was never fired more than 50 times. It was never a target piece anyway. This was a cheap but serviceable revolver that, among many others, made its way into the South during the World War One era, and served security duty for the illegal distribution of the South's number one cash crop during its heyday. It avoided clashes with the law until the hemp growing descendant of its original alcohol selling owner ran afoul of a West Tennessee High Sheriff in 2010. We're offering it for only $ 169.00. Not transferable to non C&R Civilians in Massachusetts.
$15 handguns lower 48; $40 to Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico, USPS Priority Mail, insured with Delivery Confirmation. Don’t let your buddies use your account, that kind of thing smells like felony level straw purchase attempt. Please Note that C&R Handguns, as concealable weapons, must transfer through an 01 or 02 FFL in Boston, California, Chicago, CT, D.C., DE, HI, IL, NJ, and NY. C&R or Standard FFL ok by fax, e-mail or mail. We offer 7 day money back on used guns and items, but No Returns on Lay-aways or ammo. We do not pay transfer fees or return shipping. We accept lay-away with 20% down, balance in 90 days - lay aways not refundable, though. Internet phone hours 8:00 – 5:00 CST Mon - Fri CST. Local pickup available. Robertson Trading Post 117 Front Street PO Box 365 Henderson, Tennessee 38340 We Buy, Sell, or Trade. We always have, since 1952.
Condition:
Used, Minor Wear
Brand:
Iver Johnson
Model:
Automatic Hammer
Caliber:
.38 (other)
Item #:
907827469
Stock No.:
HG7826
Location:
TN
Trades Accepted: Yes.
Shipping Notes: 15 lower 48 40 AK, HI, PR, USPS Priority. 7 day money back on used items, but No Returns on NIB, Lay-away, or Ammo. Lay-away OK, 20% down, 90 days to pay. We Buy, Sell, or Trade we always have, since 1952.
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