Description from HiBid
BRAZILIAN CONTRACT S&W MODEL 1937 .45 ACP REVOLVER
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: Brazilian Model of 1937 (1917 Pattern)
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action: Double / Single Action Revolver
Barrel Length: 6"
Finish: Original Military Finish with Aged Patina
Grips: Original Factory Grips with S&W Medallions
Offered is a Smith & Wesson Brazilian Model of 1937 revolver, chambered in .45 ACP and manufactured by Smith & Wesson under military contract for the Brazilian government. These revolvers were produced using the U.S. Model 1917 pattern and supplied to the Brazilian Army beginning in 1937.
This example bears the distinctive Brazilian national crest stamped on the frame, featuring a star with the inscription:
“Estados Unidos do Brazil – 15 de Novembro de 1889”
with “1937” stamped below, confirming official Brazilian Army acceptance and marking the year of the contract.
The revolver retains its correct 6-inch barrel and military lanyard ring, consistent with the issued configuration used by Brazilian military forces.
The original factory grips with silver Smith & Wesson medallions remain in good condition, showing honest age-related wear but no major damage. The metal surfaces display a natural brown/gray military patina, fully consistent with age and service use, with no evidence of refinishing.
Observed serial numbers appear matching, further supporting the revolver’s originality.
Brazilian Contract Model 1937 revolvers are notably scarcer than standard U.S. Model 1917 revolvers, and examples with clear crests, matching numbers, and original finish remain highly collectible among military firearm enthusiasts.
Specifications
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: Brazilian Model of 1937 (1917 Pattern)
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action: Double / Single Action
Barrel Length: 6"
Finish: Original military finish with aged patina
Grips: Original S&W grips with silver medallions
Lanyard Ring: Present
Military Markings: Brazilian crest and 1937 contract marking
Year Manufactured: 1937
Condition Summary
Metal: Original military finish with natural service patina
Grips: Original grips with honest age wear
Bore: Appears clean and serviceable
Mechanical: Appears operational with solid lockup
Overall: Good original military-used condition
Collectability
• Official Brazilian military contract revolver
• Based on the U.S. Model 1917 design
• Clear Brazilian crest marking
• Original military configuration with lanyard ring
Collectability: Strong among military revolver collectors
Estimated Auction Hammer Range
$950 – $1,200
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