Pre-Owned Smith & Wesson .32 Hand Ejector Third Model .32 S&W Long 31/4" Revolver

Smith & Wesson | .32 Hand Ejector Third Model | .32 S&W Long | Six rounds | Double-action/single-action revolver | 3¼ inches | Worn blue with brown patina

COMPLETE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:

Offered here is an early Smith & Wesson .32 Hand Ejector Third Model revolver chambered in .32 S&W Long. This vintage six-shot revolver features a 3¼-inch barrel, round-butt I-frame, fixed sights and period-style black checkered hard-rubber grips bearing Smith & Wesson monograms.

The .32 Hand Ejector series helped establish the compact swing-out-cylinder revolver configuration that Smith & Wesson continued developing throughout the twentieth century. Unlike earlier top-break revolvers, the Hand Ejector uses a cylinder that swings outward from the frame and a manually operated ejector rod for removing fired cartridge cases.

This example’s photographed serial number, 284849, falls near the beginning of the accepted Third Model serial range. It was most likely manufactured during the late 1910s, approximately 1918–1919. An exact production or shipping date would require confirmation through Smith & Wesson historical records or a factory letter.

The revolver retains its traditional fixed-sight configuration and appears to remain substantially original. The black checkered grips appear period-correct but show age-related wear and visible damage around the butt.

This is an appealing example for a Smith & Wesson collector, early double-action revolver enthusiast or someone assembling a collection of pre-model-number Smith & Wesson firearms.

CONDITION STATEMENT:

Fair-to-good vintage condition.

The revolver retains portions of its original factory-blue finish, with considerable finish thinning, brown patina, oxidation and scattered surface wear visible across the frame, cylinder and barrel. The cylinder flutes and exposed metal surfaces show additional age-related discoloration and finish loss.

The black checkered hard-rubber grips appear period-correct and retain their Smith & Wesson monograms. They show handling wear and visible cracking, chipping or material loss around the bottom of the grip area. Please examine the close photographs carefully.

The serial number on the butt remains legible. The barrel markings are visible but show age-related wear. No attempt has been made to represent the finish as restored or refinished.

The bore, chambers, timing, cylinder lockup, headspace and internal mechanical condition have not been independently documented. The revolver has not been test-fired by us unless specifically stated elsewhere.

Because of the revolver’s age and early production, it should be inspected by a qualified gunsmith before firing.

PRE-HEAT-TREATED CYLINDER NOTICE:

Serial number 284849 predates the commonly cited introduction of factory heat-treated cylinders in this model around serial number 321000.

This does not automatically make the revolver unsafe, but it is an important period-specific feature. The firearm should be evaluated by a qualified gunsmith before use and should only be fired with appropriate standard-pressure ammunition determined suitable for the revolver.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• Smith & Wesson .32 Hand Ejector Third Model revolver
• Installed black checkered hard-rubber grips
• No factory box, paperwork, ammunition, holster or additional accessories are included unless separately pictured or stated.

Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
• Model: .32 Hand Ejector Third Model
• Later Model Equivalent: Predecessor to the Smith & Wesson Model 30
• Serial Number: 284849
• Approximate Manufacture: Circa 1918–1919
• Production Period: Approximately 1917–1942
• Caliber: .32 S&W Long
• Capacity: Six rounds
• Action: Double-action/single-action revolver
• Frame: Round-butt Smith & Wesson I-frame
• Barrel Length: Approximately 3¼ inches
• Cylinder: Swing-out, six-shot
• Ejection: Manual hand ejector
• Front Sight: Fixed round blade
• Rear Sight: Fixed frame notch
• Original Finish: Factory blue
• Current Finish: Worn blue with brown patina
• Grips: Black checkered hard-rubber S&W monogram stocks
• Country of Manufacture: United States
• Federal Classification: Modern firearm requiring an FFL transfer
• Curio & Relic Status: Generally C&R eligible due to age and original configuration
• Antique Status: No—manufactured after 1898

SERIAL-NUMBER NOTE:

The serial number visible on the revolver’s butt is 284849. The number visible inside the open frame or crane area is an assembly or fitting number and should not be used as the firearm’s serial number.

For public website photographs, Keys Gun Shop may choose to obscure the final two serial-number digits while retaining the complete serial number in its acquisition, disposition and sales records.