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In 1937 the Brazilian government placed an order for 25,000 Second Models in .45 ACP. Known as the Modelo 1937 they were - except for the fact that some were fitted with checkered rather then smooth grip panels - identical to U.S. issue M1917s.

During World War II the army and USMC issued M1917s once again. While primarily used by military police and support troops, quite a few turned up in combat where they again gave a good account of themselves. In addition, large numbers were supplied to our British and Chinese allies.

The Performance Center Model 625 took honors for handling and accuracy.

France, 1944. 1st. Lt. John Upchurch covers a group of surrendering Germans with a S&W M1917 revolver. (Photo courtesy of Bruce Canfield)

The famous S&W Model 1917 pioneered the use of half moon clips to allow firing rimless pistol cartridges in a revolver.

The Model 327 TRR8 was designed for police service and has the ability to mount many different types of lights, optical sights and lasers.

The Model 327 TRR8’s eight round cylinder can be loaded with loose rounds of full moon clips.