Smith & Wesson 38 Military and Police Revolver - Cutaway View Poster - FREE DOMESTIC SHIPPING

Collectibles : Militaria

 

A handsome poster of a renowned, classic American hand gun. First introduced by the Smith & Wesson Company of Springfield, Mass. in 1899, the 38 'M & P' was developed for the military and police, and quickly became a favorite. Originally known as the "Special", the '38' has been modified, improved, and renamed many times over the years. It was known as the "Victory Model" during WWII, renamed the "Model 10" in 1957, and is still in production today.

This poster pictures, and identifies by name, every part of this remarkable sidearm. It shows a cutaway view, with what I believe to be a cam activated hammer block, an improvement that came about after WWII. This 'vintage' poster is from the years between 1965 and 1986, when Smith & Wesson was owned by the Bangor Punta Company.

Condition is very nice. There are some minor wrinkles, a few small spots (as shown), and slight toning of the paper, all of which attest to it's age and authenticity. This is the 'real deal', not a modern reproduction. Framed in a contemporary black metal molding with glass. Measures 25 3/16" x 17 3/16".

Beautifully rendered in amazing detail, this poster was likely used for military or police training purposes, or displayed in a gun shop. Probably not too many of these survived. An intriguing, no nonsense image. You will find yourself drawn into the intricacies of cold steel architecture.

A great addition to any collector's wall.

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Item ID: RL-534