Folk's when I here the term "Kit Gun", I immediately think of small frame
revolvers normally of .22LR caliber such as Smith & Wesson's model 34,
43, 63, and 317; or the Taurus model 941. Don't overlook the fact that
Colt also made a 3" .22LR blue steel Cobra, for a very short period of
time. I know, cuz I had one NIB back in the late 70's (or very early 80's)
but did not have enough gumption too keep it~! I mention these makes
and models cuz I also consider a "Kit Gun" as being something lightweight
and small enough to carry in a tackle box on fishing trips.
With that in mind, 'bout one year ago I came across a factory nickel
2" barrel S&W J-frame model 34-1; which has a square butt and is
with the adjustable sights (for those that may not know~!). It is
without box docs, but ANIB none the less. Appearance wise, it looks
like it might never have been fired; or if it has, the original owner
did a marvelous job in cleaning it up. Buying from an individual, I
probably gave a bit more than I should have; but this is a weapon
that my late father always sought for himself. OTD price was a
firm $350; and I was willing too pay it in memory of him~!
*FootNote- when I get the chance, I will post pics of this great
little "safe queen"; as it joins my S&W 4" 19-3, S&W 10-5 (from
between 63-65), a 2" second series Colt Detective Special (from
1971); and 2x blued second series Colt Detective Specials (from
1966), along with a highly polished 2nd series (early post 1973)
Colt Agent in that roll.