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Lot #968
Lot #970

Lot 969: Three American Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 21, 2024

Lot 969: Three American Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 21, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,700

A) Wells Fargo Marked Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action Frontier Model Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 44 Double Action
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1002
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Manufactured 1886-1913. Left side of barrel stamped "WF & Co EX." Left side of frame is stamped with the number "78." Back strap marked in large font "WELLS FARGO & Co."

Rating Definition:

Fine with original finish with smooth dark patina on the balance. The worn cracked grips are good. Mechanically fine.



B) Harrington & Richardson Safety Hammer Revolver

Manufacturer: Harrington & Richardson Inc
Model: Safety Hammer Double Action
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 CF
Barrel: 4 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1002
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Rating Definition:

Good overall with original finish, moderate pitting/oxidation, chip absent from grip. Mechanically needs work as cylinder does not rotate when action is cycled.



C) Iver Johnson Safety Hammerless Revolver

Manufacturer: Iver Johnson Arms Inc
Model: Safety Hammerless
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 CF
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1002
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Rating:

OG - POOR- major or minor parts replaced; major replacement parts required and extensive restoration needed; metal deeply pitted; principal lettering, numerals and design obliterated, wood badly scratched, bruised, cracked or broken; mechanically inoperative; generally undesirable as a collectors firearm in its present state.

Description:

With hobbyist display case.

Rating Definition:

Good with original finish, absent frame screws, left grip panel, and internal components.



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