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Lot 549: Smith & Wesson Third Model .38 Mexican Model of 1891 Revolver

Rare Smith & Wesson Third Model .38 Single Action Mexican Model of 1891 Revolver

Lot 549: Smith & Wesson Third Model .38 Mexican Model of 1891 Revolver

Rare Smith & Wesson Third Model .38 Single Action Mexican Model of 1891 Revolver

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Rare Smith & Wesson Third Model .38 Single Action Mexican Model of 1891 Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 1891
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W
Barrel: 4 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
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Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Bore Condition: The bore is darkened with oxidation and visible rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1902 as one of approximately 2000 .38 Single Action Mexican Models produced between 1891-1911 per "Flayderman's Guide" (5G-073). Factory letter confirms the caliber of .38, nickel finish, 4 inch barrel with a pinned half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, spur trigger, and black hard rubber grips. The factory letter goes on to state that after "consulting Roy Jinks. we feel this is a true Mexican Model" as well as that the revolver was originally shipped from the Stockbridge Street factory on October 2, 1902 and delivered to "B.H. O'Neal". Matching numbers are found on the butt, barrel, latch, and cylinder.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with brown patina and oxidation on the barrel and cylinder, most of the original nickel finish on the balance, and mild wear. Mechanically functions.



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