Wesson Model 52 chambered for 38 Special mid-range wadcutter ammunition was a stunning firstthe first successful factory 38 Special target autoloader ever launched and it took the target shooting community by storm. Wesson Model 52 sometimes referred to as the 38 Master is a semi-automatic pistol developed by Smith.
The left side of the frame is marked with the serial number over MODEL-52.
Smith and wesson model 52. Wesson for Bullseye shooting. The famed 39 started the trend in autopistol deployment by law enforcement. I purchased my Model 52 in 1979 roughly 18 years after its introduction.
It is chambered in 38 Special Wadcutter and was a. This includes the vaunted SIG P210 or any of the semi custom 1911s like Les Baer Wilson etc. It was one of the first semiautomatic pistols chambered in 38 Special with flush-seated full wadcutter bullets.
3122021 An impressive target handgun. Wesson Model 410 Smith. Wesson decided against replacing their machinery and with the decline in Bullseye shooting they dropped the model from the lineup.
7212005 The 52-2 is among the very best autoloading target pistols ever made. Since it is a Rimmed Cartridge much is do to way they load and feed from the magazine so they have the same issues as the 32 SW Long WC pistols. 2122020 The Smith.
The last model 52-2 was completed on July 23 1993. Wesson Model 52 Magazine Original High Condition 38 Special Clip. Wesson Model 52-2 or 38 Master is a vintage target pistol designed for bullseye shooting.
Wesson Model 52 target pistol. SW captured the spirit of the moment by creating a semi-auto capable of firing a at the time a revolver only round in the 38 wadcutter the Model 52. The shape of the rimmed cartridge limited the magazine capacity to five rounds.
9232010 Introduced in 1961 the 38-caliber SW Model 52 was one of the premier American-made centerfire target pistols. The barrel chamber is marked with the two line caliber marking. Click for more info.
Wesson featured this world class center fire match pistol at the Winter National Matches in Jacksonville FL in 1963. Those shooters who participated in rimfire matches generally used a high-end Smith. 1262020 The Smith.
Wesson Model 52 Basics Field Strip Clean Lube. 1122015 The introduction of the Smith. Which is very capable of holding its own in a sport at the time ruled by revolvers.
It was one of the first semiautomatic pistols chambered in 38 Special with flush-seated full wadcutter bullets. What that means is that its not a duty weapon or a concealed carry weapon. The Smith and Wesson Model 52-2.
The pistols serial number was TZW9149 and it was delivered to the companys private gun vault as an archive piece. If you can get it for less than 1000 you are doing yourself a favor. Wesson or Colt revolver.
It has one of the best triggers Ive ever experienced. WESSON MODEL 52-2 38 MID RANGE WADCUTTER 5. This classic first release of the Model 52 has a rare Double-Action lock out feature.
Wesson Model 52 was developed as a companion piece to the Model 41 which was chambered for the 22 LR and used for competition. Wesson Model 4006 Smith. 322014 The Army Marksmanship Unit was experimenting with a model 52-A which was a 38 special rimless cartridge.
Look at the prices for that or a Smith and Wesson 952 current production for a comparison. Wesson author Roy Jinks notes production was slow due to the fact tolerances within. Wesson for Bullseye shooting.
Wesson Model 52 sometimes referred to as the 38 Master is a semi-automatic pistol developed by Smith. Another interesting note is that SW developed the Model 52 as a byproduct to the famed Model 39. Gentlemen There were some duplicate serial numbers issued in.
Wesson Model 645 Smith. 3212019 My all-time favorite handgun is the Smith. Wesson Model 686 Smith.
5d 15h left Tue 0724 AM 7 bids. Wesson Model 64 Smith. The Model 52 was built as a no-compromise bullseye target handgun chambered for mid-range 38 Special wadcutter ammunition.
In History of Smith. Wesson for Bullseye shootingIt was one of the first semiautomatic pistols chambered in 38 Special with flush-seated full wadcutter bullets. For the first 60 years of the 20th century handgun target shooting in the United States was relatively simple.
I love its clean lines grip that is perfect for me light trigger pull and excellent sights. And the SW Trade Mark logo is on the opposite. It uses a factory frame mounted setscrew that allows the gun to be shot in single-action or double-action depending on the adjustment.
The Smith and Wesson Model 52 was a semi-automatic pistol developed by Smith. Beautiful Smith and Wesson Model 52 no dash chambered in 38 Special Wadcutter comes with four magazines. PAPERS 98 BLUE EXCELLENT BORE.
Wesson Model 52 was introduced in 1961 as a match-grade target pistol derived from the Smith. 8242020 The Model 52 52-1 and 52-2 all fire 38 Special Wad Cutters only and can be finicky as to what WCs they like. BBL EJECTORS SINGLE TRIGGER WALNUT GRIPS 46OZ WITH WEIGHT RAMP FRONT ADJ REAR ORIGINAL BOX.
