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Old warhorse S&W bodyguard
December 28, 2018, 05:43 PM
ElKabongOld warhorse S&W bodyguard
Picked this up at a pawn shop for under $200 out the door
Lots of wear, but action is tight, doubt it was fired much.
The left grip panel is very worn, right is like new. Left handed person carrying it holstered strong side ?
It’s 56-57 vintage, early marked Model 38 that still has the flat latch.
This one might have a couple stories to tell!
I quit school in elementary because of recess.......too many games
--Riff Raff--
December 28, 2018, 05:51 PM
apprenticeA clearer example of form following function would be tough to find.
Congrats. Looks like a keeper to me.
December 28, 2018, 05:53 PM
ElKabongLol, I always thought the Bodyguard was kinda fugly.
It has grown on me, and this one definitely has “character”.
I quit school in elementary because of recess.......too many games
--Riff Raff--
December 28, 2018, 06:39 PM
j38I've always been partial to the little humpback j-frame. I have one that dates from '63.
Jerry
December 28, 2018, 07:13 PM
Rolan_KrapsLooks like a good gun! Shoot the heck out of it.
Rolan Kraps
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Gainesville, Georgia.
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December 28, 2018, 09:19 PM
jaybirdaccountantI like the bodyguards, I'm not sure whey they're not more popular. To me it's the best of both worlds, a snag free design that can be cocked if wanted.
December 28, 2018, 10:07 PM
ohsheepdogquote:
Originally posted by jaybirdaccountant:
I like the bodyguards, I'm not sure whey they're not more popular. To me it's the best of both worlds, a snag free design that can be cocked if wanted.
My sentiments exactly. The Quasimodo is my favorite J frame. You have a great example of a classic! I would have bought it too!
Proverbs 21:31
December 28, 2018, 10:23 PM
swageI have one that in pristine condition that I picked up last year for $350. I almost felt bad when I bought it. Almost.....
December 28, 2018, 11:25 PM
YooperSigs$200 bucks? Damn. Classic Smith, very cool.
End of Earth: 2 Miles
Upper Peninsula: 4 Miles
December 28, 2018, 11:33 PM
abnmacvVery nice piece of history that still can speak when needed.
U.S. Army 11F4P Vietnam 69-70 NRA Life Member
December 28, 2018, 11:44 PM
RHINOWSONice working gun, sweet find.
December 29, 2018, 03:24 AM
45 CalThat is a nice find, I still have the one I bought second hand in 1970.
That old thing traveled all over the country in my right front pocket.
December 29, 2018, 05:00 AM
arfmelCool. I have an old Airweight Bodyguard that’s got a lot of miles of pocket carry on it.
December 29, 2018, 06:11 AM
patwAwesome score. Those things seem to last forever.
December 29, 2018, 08:14 AM
villageidiotI have a 438 basically the same wonderful revolver. My daily routine is pants place revolver in pocket shirt then brush teeth yep that is how the day starts. I wish I had bought 3 when I purchased this one... VI
December 29, 2018, 08:22 AM
brianfedeCongrats, great pick up! I recently found a S&W pre-42, been carrying it the past 3 months. That body guard is next on my list. Love those older Smiths.
December 29, 2018, 03:07 PM
GT-40DOCWhat is not to like about that revolver and the PRICE OTD!!!
December 29, 2018, 03:46 PM
VictorLouisI enjoy the vicarious thrill of another shooter landing a . . .
S C O R E !
December 30, 2018, 03:15 PM
arfmelThose “high-horn” grips are pretty spiffy. Hard to find that style.
December 31, 2018, 10:30 PM
vsp39o2I carried a twin to the OP example in my left front pants pocket as a backup when I was in uniform. It is still one I grab and go with often.
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