This revolver is one of 3,000 First Model Schofields purchased by the U.S. Government. They were used by the U.S. Army for only a few years before being sold as surplus on the civilian market and used in the West by Wells Fargo express agents and many others. This revolver has a Wells Fargo marking ("WF&CO's 1044") stamped over the S&W barrel lug markings on the right side. The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 7 inch barrel, blue finish and smooth walnut grips when it was originally shipped to United States Government, National Armory, Springfield, MA on July 12, 1875. The serial number on the right grip panel has been defaced, and the cylinder has the number "901." "US" is marked on the butt, and "L" and "P" are stamped on the barrel and rear cylinder face.

Fair with period shortened barrel. Very old refinish turned to a smooth brown patina mixed with minor pitting overall. The grips are also fair with a repaired left panel, filler on the right panel and some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically good.