This variation of the Smith & Wesson No. 3 is also known as the "Model 1874," "Cavalry Model," and "New Model Russian". This model is easily identified by the large thumbscrew on the top strap, integral blade front sight, trigger guard spur, and humpback grip strap. The barrel is marked with the long one line patent ending with "RUSSIAN MODEL" flanked with Maltese crosses on the rib. The butt has the Schuyler Hartley & Graham diamond marking along with a lanyard ring. The right grip panel is numbered to the gun. Matching assembly numbers appear on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel, and barrel latch.

Very fine, retaining 95% period retailer applied nickel plating showing some flaking mostly on the back strap. 30% original case colors remain on the trigger guard. The grips are also very fine with some minor handling marks. Mechanically fine