Smith & Wesson manufactured 70,000 of these revolvers for the Russian government. The barrel rib has the S&W Cyrillic marking. The back strap has been altered during its service life to accept a shoulder stock (not included). Matching serial numbers appear on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder, barrel, and barrel latch.

Fine, retaining 40% period replated nickel finish with smooth gray patina of a well traveled sidearm on the balance. The grips are very good with numerous scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.