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Lot 43: Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 Lever Action Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 10, 2021

Lot 43: Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 Lever Action Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 10, 2021

Estimated Price: $5,500 - $7,500
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 Lever Action Pistol

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: Volcanic
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 31 Volcanic
Barrel: 4 inch part octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
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Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 11
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

Description:

One of only about 1,200 No. 1 pistols were manufactured by Horace Smith and Daniel B. Wesson in Norwich, Connecticut, in 1854 and 1855. They are historically significant pieces for both Smith & Wesson and Winchester collectors. Factory floral scroll engraved receiver. "82" on grip frame and inside of both grip panels. Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

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