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Lot 1163:Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model Russian Single Action Revolver

May 18th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Lot 1163:Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model Russian Single Action Revolver

May 18th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Attractive Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model Russian Single Action Revolver

Manufactured circa 1873 to 1878 this model is commonly known as the Old Model Russian and is easily recognizable by the spurred trigger guard. The Second Model Russian was also manufactured with a 7 inch solid rib barrel and features a pinned blade front sight and notch rear sight on the barrel latch. The serial number is stamped on the butt along with "SH" inside a diamond. The "SH" inside the diamond indicates this is a fairly scarce variation of the Second Model Russian which would have been purchased and subsequently marked by Schuyler Hartley & Graham. The matching assembly number "00" is stamped on the rear face of the cylinder, barrel, barrel latch and on the left side of the grip frame. The top of the barrel rib is marked "SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD. MASS. U.S.A. PAT. JULY 10.60. JAN. 17. FEB. 17. JULY. 11 65 & AUG. 24. 69." flanked by Maltese crosses. All blue finish with casehardened hammer and trigger guard.

Rating definitionVery fine. The revolver retains 80% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The barrel shows two patches of dark spotting which were cleaned; one just behind the rear sight and the other on underside of muzzle. All markings remain clear. The hammer and trigger guard retain vivid original case colors. The screw heads still exhibit brilliant flashes of their original niter blue finish. The grips are also very fine with some chipping and a very attractive aged grain pattern and color. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerSmith & Wesson
ModelRussian
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge44 S&W Russian
Barrel7 inch solid rib
Finishblue
Gripantique ivory

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views1878
Catalog page125
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