Smith & Wesson M13 Air Force Revolver Frame USAF Marked

Manufactured in late-1953 or very early 1954, the M13 was produced on government contract for the U.S. Air Force, who designated it the Model 13 Aircrewmen and requested the revolvers be stamped "M13". They were intended for use by strategic bomber crews for use as survival weapons. Weight conscious, they were originally produced with a lightweight alloy frame and cylinder with a steel barrel. The model was eventually rejected because of problems with the alloy cylinder with most destroyed by the government or S&W, making surviving examples rare and highly desirable among collectors. The top strap is marked "REVOLVER, LIGHTWEIGHT, M13". Back strap marked "PROPERTY OF U.S. AIR FORCE". The left side of the frame has a "P" proof mark. These frames falls within the accepted Aircrewman serial range of C247000-C405363. These revolvers were destroyed en masse after being retired from service. Frame would make a great addition to any Smith & Wesson collection. See pictures for more details. ONLY 2 AVAILABLE

Frames may have damage and cracks and are not for use in building a firearm. 

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