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Post by tentcamper on Apr 27, 2024 16:08:14 GMT -5
As posted in my own thread...
45 Colt Smith 1917 US Army marks. Pretty sure this started life as a 45 acp.
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Post by strawhat on Apr 27, 2024 20:16:46 GMT -5
Can you post a clearer image of the left side, above the cylinder release? I can not tell is that is the GHS mark or the flaming bomb. The hammer is an early one. The barrel is a Brazilian replacement. An image of the serial number will also help. Like this, Kevin
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Post by bula on Apr 28, 2024 7:53:49 GMT -5
About 20yrs ago I witnessed the most impressive display of git'r'done I've ever seen shooting-wise. A man I'd say was a Vet, say young Korean, older Nam age. I talked to him briefly after watching him make a run thru an IDPA scenario, course near Youngstown Ohio. A 1917 45acp Smith. He had one arm... His reloading process was amazing, I sure wish I had video, but didn't take a pic. Didn't know anyone there but guy I went with.
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Post by tentcamper on Apr 28, 2024 12:47:46 GMT -5
Kevin, Pics as requested. Attachments:
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Post by strawhat on Apr 28, 2024 19:26:27 GMT -5
My search shows it was built in January, 1918. The touchmark is GHS for Gilbert H Stewart. GHS, inspected the revolvers from serial number 1 to 42000.
You are missing the lanyard stud and ring. A copy is easily found. The original for a revolver this early would be polished and casehardened.
I have responded to your other thread regarding the chambering.
Kevin
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Post by tentcamper on Apr 29, 2024 8:08:31 GMT -5
Thank you, Kevin for the info. Very interesting and much appreciated.
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