Iver Johnson I.J. Model 1900 .32 S&W 3.5 in DA/SA Revolver with Octagonal Barrel and Owl-Head Grips
This Iver Johnson I.J. Model 1900 is a compact, solid-frame revolver chambered in .32 S&W with a 3.5 in octagonal barrel and a 5-round cylinder. It features fixed sights and an exposed hammer with spur, and it is fitted with two-piece dark molded hard-rubber style grips with checkering/scrollwork and the Iver Johnson owl-head motif. The top barrel rib is marked "DOUBLE ACTION," and the cylinder uses a pull-pin style removable-cylinder retention system with a transverse pin under the barrel.
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Metal Finish Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Condition: Poor - Noticeable dirt, stains, significant corrosion or damage.
Bore Rifling: Poor Rifling - Rifling heavily worn or filled with fouling or debris.
Mechanics: Poor condition.
Wood/Grips: Poor condition.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver shows significant markings from previous handling and use. The bore is not in the best condition. Do not recommend firing; this is being represented as a decoration piece only. Refer to pictures.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Iver Johnson I.J. Model 1900 revolver
Built in the United States during the 1900-1941 era, this I.J. Model 1900 is a double-action/single-action revolver with a compact footprint and a 5-round, elongated/oval-fluted cylinder. The solid-frame design and pull-pin style removable-cylinder retention (transverse pin under the barrel) are notable features of this example.
The 3.5 in octagonal barrel gives this revolver a distinctive profile, and the top barrel rib marking "DOUBLE ACTION" is clearly noted. Sighting is via fixed sights, with a front blade on the barrel and a rear notch in the topstrap.
It is equipped with an exposed hammer with spur and two-piece dark molded hard-rubber style grips with checkering/scrollwork and the Iver Johnson owl-head motif. The metal surfaces are described as dark-finished.
Serial number 16714 is noted on this revolver.