Smith & Wesson Model 25-2 "1955 .45 Target" .45 ACP N-Frame Revolver, 6 in Pinned Heavy Barrel, Blued, Adjustable Sights, 6-Shot
This Smith & Wesson Model 25-2 "1955 .45 Target" is a full-size N-frame .45 ACP target revolver with classic late-1970s/1980 features. It carries a 6-inch pinned heavy ribbed barrel, a high-polish blued finish, and a six-shot fluted cylinder. Wide color case-hardened hammer and trigger, checkered wood target stocks with S&W medallions, and fully adjustable iron sights round out a configuration prized by shooters and collectors. The N-prefix production range places it around 1980.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson wooden presentation case with flocked liner
- Cleaning supplies
The Model 25-2 is the .45 ACP variant of the Model 1955 .45 Target series, built on S&W’s large N-frame with a square-butt grip profile. This example features the period-correct high-polish blued carbon steel finish with the S&W crest on the left sideplate and clear barrel/frame markings indicating "Model 25-2" and "Model 1955."
Its 6-inch pinned heavy ribbed barrel, paired with a pinned ramp front blade and a micrometer-adjustable rear sight, delivers a precise, target-focused setup. The six-shot fluted cylinder is chambered in .45 ACP and supports use with moon clips; it also accepts .45 Auto Rim without clips.
Controls include a wide color case-hardened hammer and a wide color case-hardened trigger, both desirable features on target-tuned N-frames of the era. The two-piece checkered wood target stocks with S&W medallions provide a stable, hand-filling grip.
Production details align with the late 1979–1980 period: a pinned heavy barrel, high-polish blue, and N-prefix serial range. This configuration represents a well-executed, purpose-built .45 target revolver from Smith & Wesson’s classic era, made in the USA.