Taurus Model 80 WWII Commemorative Victory .38 SPL – 1989 AHF Time Capsule from Citywide Supply L.L.C. near South Tucson, Tucson, AZ

Magnificent, museum-grade piece of heirloom history: the World War II Commemorative Victory Model .38 Special revolver, commissioned by the American Historical Foundation. This highly exclusive, limited-edition firearm is built upon a rock-solid, factory-original Taurus Model 80 frame, a six-shot, four-inch barrel revolver celebrated for its timeless design and exceptional reliability. The Model 80 shares its mechanical lineage directly with the classic mid-century service revolvers that armed Allied pilots, security forces, and victory officers throughout the second World War. Rather than a standard utility firearm, this piece was meticulously upgraded by the Foundation's master artisans to serve as a high-end tribute to the greatest generation. It stands as a spectacular centerpiece for any advanced collection of military memorabilia, historic firearms, or fine presentation wheelguns.

This specific commemorative series was produced in a strictly authorized, capped production run of only 2,500 units worldwide, and this particular firearm bears the highly desirable, ultra-low serial number V0048. Being the forty-eighth piece to roll off the line, it represents the very beginning of this historic run, vastly elevating its desirability among astute collectors who prize low, double-digit production numbers. Manufactured in 1989, nearly 40 years have passed since this beautiful revolver was hand-polished and gold-etched at the Foundation's facility. Finding one of these rare pieces on the secondary market is difficult enough, but finding an absolute "time capsule" example that has been meticulously shielded from the passage of time is an extraordinary rarity.

This piece is being offered in absolute pristine, believed to be unfired condition. It has likely spent its entire life untouched and carefully preserved, functioning as a true historical vault-piece. It remains housed within its original, deluxe velvet-lined hardwood presentation shadow-box display case, complete with the commemorative historical military medals embedded beautifully alongside it. Incredibly, the original paper factory hang-tag remains attached to the trigger guard, proving that this revolver has essentially never been moved out of its case or handled, except in rare occasion. The bore is bright and immaculate with sharp factory rifling, the deep high-gloss bluing is uniform, and the 24k gold leaf etching and plated small parts remain vibrant and entirely intact.

Please note that while the revolver itself is in collectors grade, there are very minor imperfections from light handling as pictured. The exterior of the original hardwood presentation case does exhibit normal handling wear from decades of storage, consisting of minor scuffs and a few notable surface scratches on the wood. The interior velvet and the glass remain excellent. Please take the time to review the high-resolution photographs to fully appreciate this investment-grade package.

 

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