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Lot 3169:Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action First Model Revolver with Box

May 4th, 2025|Bedford, TX
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Lot 3169:Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action First Model Revolver with Box

May 4th, 2025|Bedford, TX
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Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action First Model Revolver with Box Formerly in the Hank Williams Jr. Collection

Introduced in 1886. Matching serial numbers on the barrel latch, barrel, cylinder, and right grip panel. Pinned round blade front sight with service rear sight and correct 1 7/16 inch cylinder. This revolver is formerly of the collection of country music icon Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership. Also included is the correct model factory pasteboard box numbered "28745", which is just two digits off this revolver. Likely a mix-up that could have occurred at the point of original shipment or once in the initial distributor's inventory if both guns were present at the same time. Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr. Collection; Property of a Gentleman

ConditionVery fine overall, retaining 75% plus original blue finish, areas showing some brown patination, and much of the loss concentrated on the cylinder. The grips have taken on a brown hue, a few minor dings and scratches, with worn but well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is very fine with some mild wear.
Details
ManufacturerSmith & Wesson
Model44 Double Action
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge44 S&W Russian
Barrel4 inch solid rib
Finishblue
Griphard rubber

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views440
Catalog page132
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