The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with an 8 inch barrel, butt swivel and blue finish when shipped on May 3, 1872 and delivered to M.W. Robinson of New York City. In the letter S&W historian states "the revolver was modified to target as soon as the Smith & Wesson target sights became available in 1887." The revolver lacks a factory return date marking, but the high quality of the target conversion suggest factory work. The revolver falls into the commercial serial number range and has the one-line address/patent dates rib marking ending with "RUSSIAN MODEL." The right grip panel is numbered to the gun. Matching assembly marks are on the grip frame, cylinder and barrel.

Fine, retaining 40% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina mixed with limited spotting. Patterns of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grip is very good with dings and scratches. The front sight is bent to the left. Mechanically excellent.