Iver Johnson Cadet Model 55-SA .32 DA/SA Revolver, 2.5 inch Barrel, 5-Shot, Blued Steel
This Iver Johnson Cadet Model 55-SA is a compact, steel-frame .32 caliber revolver with a 2.5 inch barrel, five-shot fluted cylinder, and traditional blued finish. The 55-SA variant features a right-side loading gate with a spring-loaded under-barrel base pin that allows the cylinder to be removed forward. Fixed sights, an external spurred hammer, and marbled brown two-piece plastic grips complete this solid-frame DA/SA design made in the United States.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: There is noticeable rust, pitting, and finish loss present, but the revolver remains in good overall condition.
What’s Included
- Iver Johnson Cadet Model 55-SA .32 revolver
The Cadet 55-SA stands out for its solid-frame DA/SA mechanism paired with a right-side loading gate. This setup, combined with a spring-loaded base pin beneath the barrel, allows the cylinder to be withdrawn forward for removal, offering a straightforward maintenance routine.
Its compact 2.5 inch barrel and five-shot fluted cylinder make for a trim, easy-handling profile. The external spurred hammer supports both double-action and single-action operation, giving the shooter flexibility at the range or in the field.
The revolver is built on a steel frame with a uniform blued finish across the frame, cylinder, and receiver. Fixed sights include a small steel blade up front and an integral topstrap notch at the rear for a clean, snag-resistant sight picture.
Ergonomics are rounded out by a round-butt grip frame fitted with two-piece brown marbled plastic grips. Top-rib rollmarks include: "IVER JOHNSON, CADET"; "MOD. 55-SA PAT. PEND."; "I.J.A. & C.
WKS. INC."; and "FITCHBURG, MASS. U.S.A."