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December 27, 2020
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I'm looking for help determining if it kit all original. I just recently purchased a pistol pack from a friends, family's estate. The story goes that he had purchased it from a friend who was the original owner. I am wondering if there is a way to determine if the barrel and shrouds match the frame. It appears to be according to the info sheet in the pack as a 15-2v. It is missing the patch and buckle. It also had 4 grips, one I sold because it was in poor condition and a duplicate. Any help would be appreciated.
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Dans Club
March 25, 2013
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Pictures are required probably. We like the original label on the suitcase matching the guns serial number. 4 extra front sights, 2white and 2 yellow in a small Manila envelope. Appropriate barrel tool for the age. instruction booklet and warrenty card. Brochure. Needless to say, 4 barrel lengths matching style. Extra nice is the anti corrosion paper and yellow plastic cylinder protector.
December 27, 2020
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I'm new to the site and can't figure out how to add images, can you help ?
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December 27, 2020
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Sorry, figured it out finally, how add photos. In The green kit is 4 additional sights 3 yellow and a white. one gauge and several grip screws. The price sheet is dated 1979 The serial # 990xx, which I would guess to be about 1977 ? Any info would be appreciated, thanks.
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DWF Supporters
June 11, 2016
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Not sure what information you are looking for as you are correct it is a 15-2V and appears to be in good order. It originally had a Dan Wesson belt buckle and a Dan Wesson patch, also an instruction book, warranty card, the extra sights you mentioned, the zebrawood grips on the revolver, and the middle pictured walnut grip, and the key to the case. It also may have had sales literature included.
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December 5, 2008
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Looks like you are missing one red front sight and you have an extra yellow one. The original pac would have a white sticker on the outside designating the style of the gun ( Vent, Vent Heavy, etc.) and the serial number matching the gun (serial number would be written in ink, not printed).
Sometimes the tag can be found on the inside of the case, under the padding, top or bottom. If there is no matching tag, it is a good chance that the Pac was assembled and not original from the factory. There are many of these out there and I have assembled a few for myself. Unless the gun is "New in Box" or "Like New in Box" it is not likely to mean a significant decline in value. Condition of the gun and parts is the most important factor. If it will be a "shooter" then it isn't a big deal. If you are investing in a collectible item, then proof of originality is important.
For many years, sellers have been breaking up the Pacs and selling off the items separately because they would bring more return that way. There is a strong market for all the accessories, including the case.
Hard to tell, but it looks like your DW has evidence of holster wear. Not unusual if it was used for hunting.
Enjoy your Dan!
December 27, 2020
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Snake, thanks for the reply. The family story is that it came from your area of the world (Fla.). The story is that the second owner got it from the original owners daughter who was a friend. I'm going to see if I can get more solid info just for curiosity. You are also correct about the wear. there is holster wear on the tip of the 8" shroud and a little on one high side of the cylinder, where I believe it sat for a long time. I currently live within a hour of Turnbull's restoration and will probably take it to them to get a estimate. I believe I have room, I paid $ 900.00 for it.
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