Smith and Wesson Lemon Squeezer
Hi folkes!
I have a question that is way outside my area of expertise, and could use some input as to the potential value of this little pistol. It appears to be the second model .32 with the T-toggle frame release, nickel plated, blue trigger guard, "3 1/4 barrel and standard Smith and Wesson black hard rubber grips with a serial number in the 120,000 range (I would put inthe actual serial # but I left the peice at home and cannot recall exactly!). I know this is the model made between 1902 and 1909 and the identification is not the real issue here.
I have several fine reference books that are very comprehensive, but none list a 100% price, or at least are rather vague regarding what I might expect to value it at for insurance purposes. I also realize that things vary regionally etc...but am having a difficult time estimating it's value because of the high condition factor.
The gun appears unfired, and after giving the barrel a good (albeit light) cleaning, I still see tool marks where the rifling was cut. Mechanically the gun is perfect. The only negatives are 1) a chip out of the left grip by the locating pin that does not show when viewed from the side and 2) VERY light pin-gentleman loss of nickel near the S&W logo on the right frame panel. This must be viewed under magnification or is not visible. I have no box or accesories for the pistol, but would consider this gun to be essentially "As New".
So, the big question...of those of you out there selling or buying this vintage of gun, what would the value be for such a high end specimen?
"When I cease learning...I'm dead"(Me)
"Power corrupts...Absolute power corrupts absolutely"(Descartes?)
"History is written by winners"(Patton)
"You get a lot farther with a kind word and a gun than you do with a kind word alone!"(Al Capone)
"There is nothing lower than the human race...except the French" (Samuel Clemens)
I have a question that is way outside my area of expertise, and could use some input as to the potential value of this little pistol. It appears to be the second model .32 with the T-toggle frame release, nickel plated, blue trigger guard, "3 1/4 barrel and standard Smith and Wesson black hard rubber grips with a serial number in the 120,000 range (I would put inthe actual serial # but I left the peice at home and cannot recall exactly!). I know this is the model made between 1902 and 1909 and the identification is not the real issue here.
I have several fine reference books that are very comprehensive, but none list a 100% price, or at least are rather vague regarding what I might expect to value it at for insurance purposes. I also realize that things vary regionally etc...but am having a difficult time estimating it's value because of the high condition factor.
The gun appears unfired, and after giving the barrel a good (albeit light) cleaning, I still see tool marks where the rifling was cut. Mechanically the gun is perfect. The only negatives are 1) a chip out of the left grip by the locating pin that does not show when viewed from the side and 2) VERY light pin-gentleman loss of nickel near the S&W logo on the right frame panel. This must be viewed under magnification or is not visible. I have no box or accesories for the pistol, but would consider this gun to be essentially "As New".
So, the big question...of those of you out there selling or buying this vintage of gun, what would the value be for such a high end specimen?
"When I cease learning...I'm dead"(Me)
"Power corrupts...Absolute power corrupts absolutely"(Descartes?)
"History is written by winners"(Patton)
"You get a lot farther with a kind word and a gun than you do with a kind word alone!"(Al Capone)
"There is nothing lower than the human race...except the French" (Samuel Clemens)
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Std. Catalog of S&W, 2nd Edition, page 55; states $450 NIB
With that said, even though you do not have the box, in the condition you've stated you should set the value at $450 minimum. The chip out of the grip is unfortunate, but not unusal with those grips.
From my personal experience, if one had the original box, in the condition stated the revolver could fetch $600 or better if the seller is patient. Same applies at $450 or better w/o the box.
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Thanks Ken!
I half expected you to reply, and as always, sound info. I was thinking somewhere in the $500 range and now feel that you are likely right. I believe I will make up a nice little presentation box and put this one on display! I hate having guns that I can't shoot but in this case, even I feel it would be a sin to fire it! Thanks again!
"When I cease learning...I'm dead"(Me)
"Power corrupts...Absolute power corrupts absolutely"(Descartes?)
"History is written by winners"(Patton)
"You get a lot farther with a kind word and a gun than you do with a kind word alone!"(Al Capone)
"There is nothing lower than the human race...except the French" (Samuel Clemens)0 -
Was really interested in what the response was to the lemon squeezer because I have the one that my grand father bought for my grandmother. Five shot, 32 S&W, blued, in immaculate condition, blueing is now a patina. Fired exactly five times since I also got the original box of Peters cartridges..less five. Has a 6" barrel with a solid rib. Functions perfectly.
John
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