Dayton Gun - Hanen Specials...

[tango-papa]

Two of them on Gun Broker right now.

Just sayin...

Both sellers are most likely known to several here.
In the event you are not familiar with them, they are both legit, good to go sellers - have done business with both.


Blue:
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/892066337

Nickel:
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/892287797

[fatdog]

I also can vouch for both sellers. Know them personally and both have sold guns for me. Very reputable "consignment only" sellers with lots of clients in the collector community.

[SeriousStudent]

I'll watch the blued one, but am not going to go higher than I bid last time.

And that pistol went to a member here for around $2500.

[HeavyDuty]

Those make me hyperventilate with desire.

[Stephanie B]

The blued one went for $1,025. Please tell me that someone here got it.

[03RN]

The blued one went for $1,025. Please tell me that someone here got it.

I hope so. Id love to see that carried in a jmcustom aiwb rocking the super test.

1k seems like an absolute steal

[Totem Polar]

The blued one went for $1,025. Please tell me that someone here got it.

Oh man. That’s half of what I expected. I can’t believe that another painful lesson of 2021 is gonna be: “always put in a bid...”


Nobody saw that one coming.

[SeriousStudent]

Oh man. That’s half of what I expected. I can’t believe that another painful lesson of 2021 is gonna be: “always put in a bid...”


Nobody saw that one coming.

And you would have been right. Crap, I walked back to the computer too late to put in a bid. My max was over the selling price.

I haz a big, big sad.

[Stephanie B]

Is anyone bidding on the nickeled gun?

[Totem Polar]

Is anyone bidding on the nickeled gun?

I think you should.
:cool:

[JAD]

Is anyone bidding on the nickeled gun?

That thing is a near occasion of sin.

[Stephanie B]

Didn’t factory nickeled guns have a”N” stamped on the back of the cylinder?

[Totem Polar]

Didn’t factory nickeled guns have a”N” stamped on the back of the cylinder?

Ooooh. Knowledge bomb... I have no idea, but good catch, if so.

[Willard]

Didn’t factory nickeled guns have a”N” stamped on the back of the cylinder?

Yes. Not sure if that was always the case though.

[Stephanie B]

Ooooh. Knowledge bomb... I have no idea, but good catch, if so.

This is the back of the cylinder of my Model 19:

67957

Which is the reason I thought to ask the question.

[revchuck38]

Didn’t factory nickeled guns have a”N” stamped on the back of the cylinder?

My M57 no-dash is factory nickel and doesn’t have that N. Could be a K frame thing?

[Half Moon]

Didn’t factory nickeled guns have a”N” stamped on the back of the cylinder?

FWIW, a search at the Smith forum is saying not for a pre-70's gun though it should be marked in alternate locations:

http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-revolvers-1961-1980/620246-n-cylinder-face-question.html#post14079271

[Willard]

FWIW, a search at the Smith forum is saying not for a pre-70's gun though it should be marked in alternate locations:

http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-revolvers-1961-1980/620246-n-cylinder-face-question.html#post14079271

I was thinking that it might not always have been the case and there is an "N" stamped on the frame under the grip panel in pics.

[SeriousStudent]

Is anyone bidding on the nickeled gun?

Nope, I'm not really into them.

I do like blue steel, stainless or parkerized. I think I only own three nickeled revolvers.

Good luck if you bid.

[Totem Polar]

I still can’t believe the blued one went for just over a grand.

[revchuck38]

I was thinking that it might not always have been the case and there is an "N" stamped on the frame under the grip panel in pics.

That's the case with my 57.

[BillSWPA]

The inspection/return policy on the blued one was as is. That policy was likely to deter many buyers and to limit the amount other buyers were likely to bid. It definitely deterred me.


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[Pol]

Forgive my ignorance, but what is the special thing about Dayton gun Hanen specials? Or is it simply a low supply, high demand gun?

[Half Moon]

Forgive my ignorance, but what is the special thing about Dayton gun Hanen specials? Or is it simply a low supply, high demand gun?

They're a very low production special run made in the '60's. Basically a Model 14 target frame kitted with a 4" target grade bull barrel. A lot of folks think the size, balance, accuracy, and recoil are at the perfect blend for a Smith revolver. If you do a forum search, Dagga Boy has posted pretty extensively about his. Reputation plus scarcity makes them pretty desirable.

[fatdog]

new listing today
(https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893309363)

[fatdog]

Another new listing (https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893854491) today

[Stephanie B]

The blued one is blowing up fast.

[Stephanie B]

Another new listing (https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893854491) today
13 bids already and over $900, with 9 days to go. This one's probably going to go over $2K, easy.

I'm out.

[Totem Polar]

13 bids already and over $900, with 9 days to go. This one's probably going to go over $2K, easy.

I'm out.

Thankfully, I am too.

I swore that I wasn’t going to see one of these slip away at 1k again; looks like I won’t have that problem this time.

[Stephanie B]

Thankfully, I am too.

I swore that I wasn’t going to see one of these slip away at 1k again; looks like I won’t have that problem this time.

I'm still in the race on the nickeled one.

[BillSWPA]

I am not bidding on any so this is not my concern one way or the other, but most of these seem to come with "as is" terms of sale. While I realize that one in good condition is valuable and a great gun to own, how high of a bid is worth risking on a revolver that is sold "as is, no returns" and with no opportunity for an in-person inspection before bidding?

[Totem Polar]

I'm still in the race on the nickeled one.

Good to know. I will therefore resist the temptation.

[Stephanie B]

I'm still in the race on the nickeled one.


Good to know. I will therefore resist the temptation.

I'll let all youse guys know if/when I tap out.

[Stephanie B]

new listing today
(https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893309363)


I'm still in the race on the nickeled one.


Good to know. I will therefore resist the temptation.


I'll let all youse guys know if/when I tap out.

I've been overtopped. There are still seven hours to go, so have it at!

[Stephanie B]

I've been overtopped. There are still seven hours to go, so have it at!

Oops. I was wrong. Carry on.

[Stephanie B]

I've been overtopped. There are still seven hours to go, so have it at!

Still going, at $1,060.

Maybe somebody in the know can get the Boyos in Springfield to make a run of them, IL or no.

[Stephanie B]

Still going, at $1,060.

Maybe somebody in the know can get the Boyos in Springfield to make a run of them, IL or no.

Sold for $1,085;about $600 less than the last nickel one.

[Totem Polar]

Sold for $1,085;about $600 less than the last nickel one.

With run of the mill P&R model 66 4” guns going into the 800s , that really isn’t out of line at all.
:D

[Stephanie B]

Sold for $1,085;about $600 less than the last nickel one.


With run of the mill P&R model 66 4” guns going into the 800s , that really isn’t out of line at all.
:D

I have one of those (66-1), which I don't shoot very much, as I have a 66-3 that doesn't look as nice.

[Stephanie B]

The blued one is static at $1,000, no new bids in days: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893854491

I figure in the last few hours, it'll go nuts. But maybe not.

3 days left, though.

[Wayne Dobbs]

The blued one is static at $1,000, no new bids in days: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893854491

I figure in the last few hours, it'll go nuts. But maybe not.

3 days left, though.

I'm hoping it stays there since that's my bid, but I'm sure my heart will be broken.

[Stephanie B]

I'm hoping it stays there since that's my bid, but I'm sure my heart will be broken.

That’s funny, because it was my unsuccessful bid that took it to $1,000.

[jlw]

One of these just sold for $875 locally:

https://www.theoutdoorstrader.com/threads/item-gone-fs-s-amp-w-model-14-2-%E2%80%9C-dayton-gun-headquarters-%E2%80%9C-hanen-special-38-special.2450026/

[SeriousStudent]

I'm hoping it stays there since that's my bid, but I'm sure my heart will be broken.

Anyone bids on that revolver against Wayne deserves to get a house full of skunks fed nothing but rancid coffee beans and Taco Bell leftovers!

Good luck. I'd love to see you shoot that this November at Revolver Roundup. :)

[Stephanie B]

I'm hoping it stays there since that's my bid, but I'm sure my heart will be broken.

If it moves up and you're not the high bidder, I'm going to jump back in.

[Stephanie B]

We’re both iutband it’s in play for $1,100!

C’mon, somebody!!!

[Totem Polar]

That really wasn’t all that expensive, either. There are some amongst us who need to be saving pennies and starting a blued Dayton fund. Plus comms, to keep from bidding against each other.
:cool:

[Stephanie B]

That really wasn’t all that expensive, either. There are some amongst us who need to be saving pennies and starting a blued Dayton fund. Plus comms, to keep from bidding against each other.
:cool:

Did somebody here get it?

[03RN]

We’re both iutband it’s in play for $1,100!

C’mon, somebody!!!

Was that you? :cool:

[Stephanie B]

Was that you? :cool:

Wasn’t me. (Fat thumbs on iPhone problems.)

I’m not a collector. $1,100’s over my limit for a range toy.

[Poconnor]

I ignored it; hoping that another PF’r won it. I kept telling myself my model 66 was good enough.

[fatdog]

Another one (https://www.gunbroker.com/item/895512449)

[Stephanie B]

Another one (https://www.gunbroker.com/item/895512449)

Imma jumping in. If I get overtopped, I'll let all y'all know.

[Spartan1980]

Forgive my ignorance, but what is the special thing about Dayton gun Hanen specials? Or is it simply a low supply, high demand gun?


They're a very low production special run made in the '60's. Basically a Model 14 target frame kitted with a 4" target grade bull barrel. A lot of folks think the size, balance, accuracy, and recoil are at the perfect blend for a Smith revolver. If you do a forum search, Dagga Boy has posted pretty extensively about his. Reputation plus scarcity makes them pretty desirable.

I have a '70s 4" Mod 15. Not quite a Dayton but close. It's one of the nicest shooting revolvers in my safe. Great smooth action, balance, etc. It's not as pretty as these posted here but it's just a pleasure to blast with.

[Half Moon]

I have a '70s 4" Mod 15. Not quite a Dayton but close. It's one of the nicest shooting revolvers in my safe. Great smooth action, balance, etc. It's not as pretty as these posted here but it's just a pleasure to blast with.

Combat Masterpieces are a joy! We have a 4", pre-15, 5 screw, that's everything you describe. Probably officially passing it to my stepson once he hits legal age. Out of everything he's ever shot, he's adopted that one as his special shooter. Guess I got to start looking for a replacement at some point :-)

[tango-papa]

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/895199100

[Totem Polar]

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/895199100

I might take a stab at this one, since our resident revolver madame is on the other one. Let’s see how fast it climbs.

[tango-papa]

I might take a stab at this one, since our resident revolver madame is on the other one. Let’s see how fast it climbs.

Hope you end up with it!

[Stephanie B]

Another one (https://www.gunbroker.com/item/895512449)


Imma jumping in. If I get overtopped, I'll let all y'all know.

I've been overtopped.

Ah, eff it. I'm putting in a higher bid.

ETA: That didn't go well. I'm out.

[Stephanie B]

I might take a stab at this one, since our resident revolver madame is on the other one. Let’s see how fast it climbs.

Good luck!

[Up1911Fan]

What do we consider a decent price for one of these?

[Stephanie B]

What do we consider a decent price for one of these?

In the last few months, I’ve seen them go for as little as $1,075 and as high as $2,400. A couple of nickeled ones were around $1,600.

Just my recollection, though.

[Totem Polar]

What do we consider a decent price for one of these?

My memory aligns with Stephanie’s. They’ve been all over the map, but oddly cheap of late.

[Stephanie B]

My memory aligns with Stephanie’s. They’ve been all over the map, but oddly cheap of late.

My guess is that owners saw the guns selling for over $2K and decided to try and cash out. Now there's been enough of a trickle of them that the prices have slid.

[rcbusmc24]

I just won one on Gunbroker, ended up giving a little more than I wanted to at first but towards the end decided that I might as well spend most of my Biden Bucks on a gun as it would be what he wanted me to do with the money..... right? With shipping and fees it came out to $1200.00. I'll post up pic's once it gets here.

Steph- I think I won the one you dropped out of, I was watching it and put in a last hour bid..... So at least it's coming to a PF home.....

[Stephanie B]

I just won one on Gunbroker, ended up giving a little more than I wanted to at first but towards the end decided that I might as well spend most of my Biden Bucks on a gun as it would be what he wanted me to do with the money..... right? With shipping and fees it came out to $1200.00. I'll post up pic's once it gets here.

Steph- I think I won the one you dropped out of, I was watching it and put in a last hour bid..... So at least it's coming to a PF home.....

Yep, that was the one that I dropped out of. I suspect you got that gun for a very good price. It's one of the lowest that I've seen recently.

There's another one that closes later today: https://www.gunbroker.com/Item/895199100/ I see that the usual suspects have bid on it.

[Dave T]

Do any of you here wonder why S&W can't get their corporate heads our of their corporate rears and build guns like the Dayton and for crying out loud a 3" RB K-frame? Are they completely blind to what sells in the secondary gun market? Sometimes gun makers make me want to pound my head against the wall. Good grief!

Dave

[Up1911Fan]

I just won one on Gunbroker, ended up giving a little more than I wanted to at first but towards the end decided that I might as well spend most of my Biden Bucks on a gun as it would be what he wanted me to do with the money..... right? With shipping and fees it came out to $1200.00. I'll post up pic's once it gets here.

Steph- I think I won the one you dropped out of, I was watching it and put in a last hour bid..... So at least it's coming to a PF home.....

Almost bid at the end.

[SeriousStudent]

I did win this tonight: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893239951

According to Dagga Boy and Wayne Dobbs, it's more rare than a Hanen Special. We'll see if it shoots as well.

I am guessing it was some sort of test or trial gun that the Air Force wanted, but never adopted.

[wvincent]

I did win this tonight: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893239951

According to Dagga Boy and Wayne Dobbs, it's more rare than a Hanen Special. We'll see if it shoots as well.

I am guessing it was some sort of test or trial gun that the Air Force wanted, but never adopted.

Great Score!
Enjoy it!

[SeriousStudent]

Great Score!
Enjoy it!

Thank you, I am sure I will. :)

[Totem Polar]

I did win this tonight: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893239951

According to Dagga Boy and Wayne Dobbs, it's more rare than a Hanen Special. We'll see if it shoots as well.

I am guessing it was some sort of test or trial gun that the Air Force wanted, but never adopted.

Way to top the thread, dude!

[03RN]

I did win this tonight: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893239951

According to Dagga Boy and Wayne Dobbs, it's more rare than a Hanen Special. We'll see if it shoots as well.

I am guessing it was some sort of test or trial gun that the Air Force wanted, but never adopted.

Cool

[revchuck38]

Do any of you here wonder why S&W can't get their corporate heads our of their corporate rears and build guns like the Dayton and for crying out loud a 3" RB K-frame? Are they completely blind to what sells in the secondary gun market? Sometimes gun makers make me want to pound my head against the wall. Good grief!

Dave

Dave - I'm sure they could do it if they wanted to. People who would buy a 3" K frame are a niche market; people who would buy them to shoot as we do are a tiny corner of that niche. My guess, too, is that people who would want one now would turn their noses up at current production stuff because it's current production, and not from the glory days. From a business perspective, it doesn't make sense to offer a relatively low-demand revolver that costs more to produce and requires more labor when they aren't able to keep up with the demand for their autoloaders. Maybe that'll change when the current craziness recedes. Right now, I'd be glad to source a hammer for my 19-3, and that's not going well.

[Stephanie B]

Do any of you here wonder why S&W can't get their corporate heads our of their corporate rears and build guns like the Dayton and for crying out loud a 3" RB K-frame? Are they completely blind to what sells in the secondary gun market? Sometimes gun makers make me want to pound my head against the wall. Good grief!

Frigging Colt seems to now have a better handle on the current market. Colt, for shit's sake, a company that regularly goes bankrupt.

[Stephanie B]

I did win this tonight: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893239951

According to Dagga Boy and Wayne Dobbs, it's more rare than a Hanen Special. We'll see if it shoots as well.

I am guessing it was some sort of test or trial gun that the Air Force wanted, but never adopted.

That's a nice gun!

[Half Moon]

Right now, I'd be glad to source a hammer for my 19-3, and that's not going well.

Not sure if this helps but Numrich looks to still have some complete K frame hammer assembllies in stock plus some stripped hammers as well.

https://www.gunpartscorp.com/gun-manufacturer/smith-wesson/revolvers-sw/19-sw

[revchuck38]

Not sure if this helps but Numrich looks to still have some complete K frame hammer assembllies in stock plus some stripped hammers as well.

https://www.gunpartscorp.com/gun-manufacturer/smith-wesson/revolvers-sw/19-sw

Thanks, ordered!

[Wayne Dobbs]

I did win this tonight: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893239951

According to Dagga Boy and Wayne Dobbs, it's more rare than a Hanen Special. We'll see if it shoots as well.

I am guessing it was some sort of test or trial gun that the Air Force wanted, but never adopted.

Oh be still my heart! That is a great score! Can't wait to see it when it gets to its new home and that letter.

[JAH 3rd]

I did win this tonight: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893239951

According to Dagga Boy and Wayne Dobbs, it's more rare than a Hanen Special. We'll see if it shoots as well.

I am guessing it was some sort of test or trial gun that the Air Force wanted, but never adopted.

Those woodlawn boys seem to always have a great selection of vintage S&W revolvers/pistols. Others makes as well.

[tango-papa]

Those woodlawn boys seem to always have a great selection of vintage S&W revolvers/pistols. Others makes as well.

FYI - the Woodlawn Boys is David Carroll.
http://www.dcarroll.net/index.php

[Jason Burton]

Dave - I'm sure they could do it if they wanted to. People who would buy a 3" K frame are a niche market; people who would buy them to shoot as we do are a tiny corner of that niche. My guess, too, is that people who would want one now would turn their noses up at current production stuff because it's current production, and not from the glory days. From a business perspective, it doesn't make sense to offer a relatively low-demand revolver that costs more to produce and requires more labor when they aren't able to keep up with the demand for their autoloaders. Maybe that'll change when the current craziness recedes. Right now, I'd be glad to source a hammer for my 19-3, and that's not going well.

I pretty much agree with this statement... new production revolvers built to the standards that S&W had in the 50s, 60s, and 70s would have to cost a good bit at the gun counter. Whereas the S&W M10, M19, etc used to be quite a utilitarian piece most younger gun buyers associate that idea with a Glock 17 or 19 or something similar and would likely have their collective heads explode at the idea of spending $1500 (or more?) on a quality 6-shot revolver. There are of course exceptions and those people fall into the unfortunately small enthusiast category.

I think these guns remain true want items for those enthusiasts and, speaking as a guy who has more S&W wheel guns than anything else, I see the current price on some of these older guns as a bargain compared to what it would take to manufacture it today to the same standard.

[LtDave]

Not a handgun, but another firearm that could not be replicated today at anything approaching a reasonable price are Swiss K31 rifles. It wasn't that long ago when they were under $200 apiece. Even now at $500 to $1000 each they remain bargains. Also should have bought a whole lot more of the Swiss GP11 7.5x55 ammo when it was under .50/round.

[revchuck38]

I had a 96/11 that would put five rounds into 1-9/16” at 100 yards with the issue sights. I sold it when I realized that I hadn’t shot it in over ten years. It was a great rifle with a sweet trigger.

[Dave T]

Dave - I'm sure they could do it if they wanted to. People who would buy a 3" K frame are a niche market; people who would buy them to shoot as we do are a tiny corner of that niche. My guess, too, is that people who would want one now would turn their noses up at current production stuff because it's current production, and not from the glory days. From a business perspective, it doesn't make sense to offer a relatively low-demand revolver that costs more to produce and requires more labor when they aren't able to keep up with the demand for their autoloaders. Maybe that'll change when the current craziness recedes. Right now, I'd be glad to source a hammer for my 19-3, and that's not going well.

But near endless models of S&W 500 and 460s aren't a niche market? Or that fugly 2" 327? I didn't say anything about "the glory days". They are offering a 4" Model 10 but couldn't see a market for a 3". Really?

Dave

[revchuck38]

I’d like to see it too, but Bubba doesn’t want a measly.38 Special. My guess is that there are a lot of 460s and 500s out there with a cylinder’s worth of ammo missing from the one box he bought and he’s too embarrassed to admit that it’s too much gun so it remains unsold in his safe...just like the original M29s.

[tango-papa]

I did win this tonight: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/893239951

According to Dagga Boy and Wayne Dobbs, it's more rare than a Hanen Special. We'll see if it shoots as well.

I am guessing it was some sort of test or trial gun that the Air Force wanted, but never adopted.

SeriousStudent

Very cool and glad you got it!
I was watching that gun and had decided shortly after it was listed that I was going to have a go at it and set my upper limit at $1500.
Recognizing your username, didn't want to run it up, for either of us.

About a year ago, while looking for something completely unrelated, I stumbled upon an identical version of that gun - a 1957 with factory letter confirming it as a factory 4 inch.
The dealer selling it on GB had it listed as: 1957 S&W Heavy Masterpiece 4" with Letter

As a fan of everything from the classic gun makers of that era, I did a crash course on the gun via smith-wessonforum.com and bought it.

The last paragraph of the (Dec 2019) letter for the 1957 reads:

We have researched your Smith & Wesson K-38 Masterpiece Pre-Model 14, Special 4 inch Heavy Barrel Variation, caliber .38 S&W Special. Company records indicate that this handgun, with serial number K2927xx was shipped from the factory on April 22, 1957 and delivered to H.H. Harris Co., Chicago, IL. The records indicate that this revolver was shipped with a 4 inch heavy barrel equipped with a ramp front sight, blue finish, and checkered walnut square butt grips. This shipment contained 50 units of this model in the above configuration and they were billed at the wholesale price of $46.72 each.

I found lots of good info on the s-w forum, including info about the rare K-38 Pre-14 with 5 inch heavy barrel made for the Illinois State Police in the same time frame.
However, the following thread, specifically posts #3 and #5 was enough to know I should hit the "buy now" button immediately.

http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-hand-ejectors-1896-1961/440630-k-38-heavy-masterpiece-4-a.html

Again, glad you got it and congrats on scoring a very cool revolver.

[SeriousStudent]

tango-papa =- thank you very much for the info.

If you ever get down to Texas, we'll have to hit the range and shoot it. :)

[tango-papa]

And this one includes the original box, documents and factory letter.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/898518771

[Totem Polar]

And this one includes the original box, documents and factory letter.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/898518771

I couldn’t do it. That gun is too nice a package. I’m the sort of guy who puts his minty 36-6 in and out of kydex holsters, and I know I’d be afraid to scratch up that gun.

Shall we open the guessing at the final auction price?

[tango-papa]

I couldn’t do it. That gun is too nice a package. I’m the sort of guy who puts his minty 36-6 in and out of kydex holsters, and I know I’d be afraid to scratch up that gun.

Shall we open the guessing at the final auction price?

Based on who is selling it and the fact it's what appears to be a "complete package" plus factory letter...
My guess is about $2k (+).

[Totem Polar]

Based on who is selling it and the fact it's what appears to be a "complete package" plus factory letter...
My guess is about $2k.

I would normally guess 2500... but the way these things have been selling, maybe 2150 on this? It’ll be fun to find out!

[tango-papa]

I would normally guess 2500... but the way these things have been selling, maybe 2150 on this? It’ll be fun to find out!

Yeah, I was adding the (+) to my guess while you were posting...

It's been interesting/surprising to watch several sell under the $1500 mark.

[Stephanie B]

And this one includes the original box, documents and factory letter.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/898518771

I thought about bidding, but that gun's going to go for far more than I'm willing to pay, so all I would be doing is frelling with people.

[tango-papa]

I thought about bidding, but that gun's going to go for far more than I'm willing to pay, so all I would be doing is frelling with people.

One of the blued Hanen Specials at the $1000ish price point would've been one to get, eh?

[Stephanie B]

One of the blued Hanen Specials at the $1000ish price point would've been one to get, eh?

Yeah, but that's where I was dropping out.

[tango-papa]

Posted this in the Revolvers - Short Fuse Enabling thread in the hopes someone here grabs it.


There's another one up on GB:

First run Dayton Gun - Hanen Special.

It's a "Buy Now" only at $1499.99.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/914680312

[LtDave]

Posted this in the Revolvers - Short Fuse Enabling thread in the hopes someone here grabs it.


There's another one up on GB:

First run Dayton Gun - Hanen Special.

It's a "Buy Now" only at $1499.99.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/914680312

That one is a little rough. Also interesting that it has the WO rear but no RR front with TH & TT. As mentioned, wrong grips as well, not just not serialized to the gun, but the ones on the gun look to have come from a M&P.

[tango-papa]

That one is a little rough. Also interesting that it has the WO rear but no RR front with TH & TT. As mentioned, wrong grips as well, not just not serialized to the gun, but the ones on the gun look to have come from a M&P.

Agreed on all counts.

However, it's still a nice piece, built with quality forged parts and a confirmed/legit Dayton-Hanen.
If I didn't already have a nice pre-14 with factory 4 inch barrel, my post would've been that I bought this one at the asking price.

Vintage correct K Frame Diamond Magnas are readily available.
I didn't pay attention to the sight details, but obviously those could be changed as well.

[SouthNarc]

Just scored a minty second run Hanen Special for $905.00.

[Lon]

Just scored a minty second run Hanen Special for $905.00.

You sir, have just garnered the enmity of many of us because you failed to post pictures of said bargain. For shame!!

[SouthNarc]

You sir, have just garnered the enmity of many of us because you failed to post pictures of said bargain. For shame!!

I will when it's in hand!

[SouthNarc]

By request.

Looks like this one was in the second shipment. I may letter this.

[HeavyDuty]

By request.

Looks like this one was in the second shipment. I may letter this.

I’ll be in my bunk.

[Lon]

Beautiful.

[Totem Polar]

Damn, dude. $905 is a steal!

Lovely wheelie. 💕

[kilo sierra]

I’ll be in my bunk.

scoot over

[HeavyDuty]

scoot over

Perv.

[kilo sierra]

Too Funny

[SouthNarc]

Damn! Looks even nicer with stag.

[BarryinIN]

One in nickel:
https://www.gunbroker.com/Item/1037095310

[03RN]

Damn! Looks even nicer with stag.

Pretty much everything looks better with stag