Dan Wesson Model 15 .357 Magnum, Early 'Porkchop' Shroud, 6 Inch, Monson, MA, Blued DA/SA Revolver
This Dan Wesson Model 15 stands out with its early 'porkchop' shroud and exposed muzzle nut, Monson, Massachusetts frame marking, and interchangeable tensioned barrel system set up with a 6 inch barrel. It is a blued, carbon-steel DA/SA revolver with a six-shot fluted cylinder, adjustable sights, and a high-gloss walnut target-style grip. Chambered in .357 Magnum, it also accepts .38 Special.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver is structurally solid. The exterior shows various cosmetic imperfections, including scratches, minor blemishes, and areas of finish loss.
What's Included
- Doskocil hard case
The early 'porkchop' shroud with exposed muzzle nut identifies this as an early configuration of the Model 15. The frame bears the Monson, Massachusetts marking, denoting its original factory location.
It uses Dan Wesson's interchangeable, tensioned barrel system and is currently configured with a 6 inch barrel and removable shroud. This setup features the characteristic exposed muzzle nut.
The revolver is double-action/single-action with an exposed, checkered hammer spur and a six-shot fluted cylinder. It is chambered in .357 Magnum and also accepts .38 Special.
Construction is all carbon steel with a blued finish on the frame and barrel. The one-piece high-gloss walnut target-style grip includes a palm swell for a secure hand position.
Sighting is handled by adjustable iron sights: a pinned, serrated ramp front sight and a square-notch adjustable rear sight for precise alignment.