Lot 2388: Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver with 7" Barrel
Birmingham Shipped Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver in .455 MK II with Target Sights, Rare 7 1/2 Inch Barrel and Factory Letter
Auction Date: February 15, 2023
Lot 2388: Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver with 7" Barrel
Birmingham Shipped Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver in .455 MK II with Target Sights, Rare 7 1/2 Inch Barrel and Factory Letter
Auction Date: February 15, 2023
Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized: 
Birmingham Shipped Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver in .455 MK II with Target Sights, Rare 7 1/2 Inch Barrel and Factory Letter
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: New Model No 3
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 455 MKII
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
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Class: Antique
Rating:
OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.
NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.
WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN
Description:
The included factory confirms the rare .455 MK II caliber when it was shipped to Charles Osborne & Co. of Birmingham, England, on October 12, 1901. British proofs on the barrel and cylinder flutes. Although cataloged into the 1900s, all New Model No. 3 frames were completed pre-1898. Provenance: The Supica Collection
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