Lot 4360: U.S. Marked Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver

U.S. Marked Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Lot 4360: U.S. Marked Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver

U.S. Marked Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,500

Price Realized:

U.S. Marked Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson

Model: 3

Type: Revolver

Gauge: 44 CF

Barrel: 5 3/8 inch solid rib

Finish: nickel

Grip: walnut

Stock:

Item Views: 881

Serial Number:

Class: Antique

Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting

Rating:

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

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

The included factory letter lists this revolver as manufactured in December of 1873, with no shipping destination given. The butt is stamped "US" at the heel and the barrel has been cut down. The letter further states that "This serial number seems high for those purchases by the Bureau of Ordnance, but there are no serial numbers given." implying that this could have been a revolver purchased by them. Provenance: The Supica Collection

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Lot 4360: U.S. Marked Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver

U.S. Marked Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Lot 4360: U.S. Marked Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver

U.S. Marked Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

U.S. Marked Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

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