OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Factory refinish mark "R-N" under the left grip panel along with the return date "671" (June, 1971). The included factory letter lists the current configuration when it was shipped in a group of 60 revolvers on September 3, 1886, to McClean Brothers & Rigg of Sydney, Australia, as the agent of the Australian Government. With a correct nickel plated stock, box of .44 Russian ammo with modern label, correct leather stock holster, and a modern fitted hardwood display case Provenance: The Dave Ballantyne Collection