Lot 4361: Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver in .32-44

Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver in .32-44 with Target Sights and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Lot 4361: Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver in .32-44

Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver in .32-44 with Target Sights and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,900

Price Realized:

Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver in .32-44 with Target Sights and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson

Model: New Model No 3

Type: Revolver

Gauge: 32-44

Barrel: 6 1/2 inch solid rib

Finish: blue

Grip: hard rubber

Stock:

Item Views: 1739

Item Interest: Average

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.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

The included factory letter indicates that no shipping information is known on this gun. "Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson" states "It is beloved that guns with serial numbers 27942 through 28017 are all chambered in .32-44 and .38-44 calibers." This is a rare caliber for the standard New Model Number 3, which was usually .44 Russian. Rear sight is damaged. Provenance: The Supica Collection

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Lot 4361: Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver in .32-44

Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver in .32-44 with Target Sights and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Lot 4361: Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver in .32-44

Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver in .32-44 with Target Sights and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver in .32-44 with Target Sights and Factory Letter

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