Description:
This is the faintly modified descendant of the 1959 Smith & Wesson Bodyguard, the model 649-5, current production 5-shot stainless .357 Magnum with the classic 2 inch barrel. With considerable demand for pocket revolvers in the 1950s, Smith & Wesson introduced its Centennial Model in 1952, but there was still demand for a pocket compact revolver that a person could still fire in single action mode, like the Chief's Special, only without the hammer spur snagging a person's pocket or purse upon drawing the weapon. The upper part of the frame, as the photos show, shields the hammer; but still exposes its cleat-serrated hammer spur enough to produce a cocking motion for precise single action firing. The stainless .357 variant of the Bodyguard, the 649, was added as a regular part of the Smith & Wesson line in 1996, when Smith & Wesson beefed up the J-frame sufficiently for it to handle .357 Magnum ammunition. This third, current variant of the 638 has a .312 MIM Metal-injected-Molded .312 smooth combat trigger and MIM flat-faced hammer with floating firing pin. All S&W Revolvers have an internal transfer bar safety that prevents accidental firing if a loaded weapon is dropped, and in 2002, the 638-3 entered the market with Smith & Wesson's patented internal lock. Barrel length is 2 1/8 inches, and this 5 shot pocket revolver only weighs 23 ounces empty. Grips are Smith & Wesson's Uncle Mike's Combat Grips, softer rubber panels with finger grooves that give a surer grip for full house Magnum Loads Smith & Wesson Product Code is 163210. These revolvers have always been fairly scarce. This is a local civilian-owned revolver manufactured on May 10, 2002, from its CFE serial number prefix, among the first issued 649-5 with internal lock. It is in its original, smaller blue box with its manual, warranty card, laser engraving brochure, and both keys for its internal lock. Its only surface detractions are very faint cylinder rotation marking, really no more than any of its brand new mates we have in stock. From our knowledge of its exclusive retail owner and from its condition, it has been fired no more than 20 times. Blast effect to the underside of the frame top strap is negligible. Carbon residue on the cylinder face is minimal. We classify this revolver as Near Mint in Box, but photos should suffice for prospective owners to judge finish grade for themselves. Replacement price on these in our area, if a person can find one, is upwards of $800.00. We're offering the .357 Magnum Bodyguard Stainless model 649-5 in the photo, one of the first day’s issue, for only $ 569.95. 2% Discount, $574.00 delivered to the lower 48, if paid by USPS Money Order & not credit card. NOW PROVISIONALLY TRANSFERABLE TO CIVILIANS IN CHICAGO, OAK PARK IL, AND NEW YORK CITY - GOD BLESS MR. OTIS MCDONALD!
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Handguns: $15 flat fee shipping to the lower 48 states; $20 to Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico, USPS Priority Mail, insured with Delivery Confirmation. Must ship to FFL dealer. We accept checks with no more than 7 days hold. MC or Visa phone- or fax-in orders shipped same day; USPS Money Order paid items shipped same day. Personal checks are better than Cashier’s checks or Non-USPS Money Orders. We require initial payment within 7 days of offers to buy; otherwise we relist. On used guns, we offer a 7 day money back return privilege, excluding return shipping. No returns or refunds on NIB Guns or lay-aways. We accept lay-away with 20% down, balance in 90 days. Internet phone hours 8:30 - 4 CST Mon - Sat CST. Robertson Trading Post 117 Front Street PO Box 365 Henderson, Tennessee 38340. We consider trade offers. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
We will entertain trade offers on premium items like N-frame Magnum S&Ws, small gauge shotguns, and lever action rifles, also gold & silver bullion & US silver or gold coins.
Condition:
Used, As New
Caliber:
.357 Magnum
Item #:
967247624
Stock No.:
HG4326
Location:
TN
Trades Accepted: We will entertain trade offers on premium items like N-frame Magnum S&Ws, small gauge shotguns, and lever action rifles, also gold & silver bullion & US silver or gold coins.
Shipping Notes: $15 flat fee shipping to the lower 48 states; $20 to Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico, USPS Priority Mail, insured with Delivery Confirmation. Must ship to FFL dealer. We accept checks with no more than 7 days hold. MC or Visa phone- or fax-in orders shipped same day; USPS Money Order paid items shipped same day. Personal checks are better than Cashier’s checks or Non-USPS Money Orders. We require initial payment within 7 days of offers to buy; otherwise
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