Dan Wesson Model 44VH .44 Rem Magnum 6-inch Vent Heavy Monson-Era Bright Blue DA/SA Revolver
This Dan Wesson Model 44VH is a large-frame .44 Rem Magnum revolver with the sought-after 6-inch Vent Heavy barrel/shroud and bright blue finish. Built in the Monson era and marked accordingly, it features the famous interchangeable, tensioned barrel system and comes with its factory styrofoam box and the correct barrel wrench. The packaging label denotes the 6-inch configuration and Bright Blue finish, and the frame and label show matching serial information.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minor signs of prior use on exterior surfaces. The chamber is clean.
What’s Included
- Dan Wesson factory styrofoam box with end label
- Barrel wrench for Dan Wesson front barrel nut
The Model 44VH is a large-frame, double-action/single-action revolver chambered in .44 Rem Magnum with a fluted six-shot cylinder and a front-mounted cylinder-release latch. This example uses the 6-inch Vent Heavy barrel/shroud configuration, combining a ventilated rib, full underlug, and bull profile for a solid, balanced feel.
Dan Wesson’s interchangeable, tensioned barrel system uses a front barrel nut and allows a user-set cylinder gap. The barrel features include a ventilated rib and full underlug shroud, with the VH configuration denoting the Vent Heavy profile.
Sight regulation is handled by a red-ramp front sight paired with a micrometer-adjustable square-notch rear. The one-piece walnut target-style grip with DW medallion provides a secure, consistent interface.
Constructed with a steel frame, cylinder, and barrel, this revolver wears a bright blue finish. The frame is marked Monson, Massachusetts. The packaging label specifies Bright Blue finish and the 6-inch setup, and the frame and box label show matching serial information.