OC - FINE- all original parts; over 30% original finish, sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal and wood; minor marks in wood.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

The included factory letter list this revolver as a "standard blue New Model No. " when it shipped from the factory on September 28, 1908 to a "Montana Jack" with no address given. The revolver has been converted to rimfire with modification to the firing pin. Unknown symbol on the left grip panel. With walnut shoulder stock with nickel attaching iron and replacement cylinder, barrel latch, and grips. Montana Jack has not been positively identified, however, a good candidate is boxer Montana Jack Sullivan, who made his debut in 1903. This revolver was displayed at the National Firearms Museum in 2008-2009, is pictured in the "Guns West" exhibit catalog on page 11, and is pictured on page 117 of the "Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson 4th Edition" by Supica and Nahas. Provenance: The Supica Collection, National Firearms Museum 2008-2009