Skip to main content
Rock Island Auction Company
AuctionsConsignmentLatestFAQAbout us
Log InCreate Account
Rock Island Auction CompanyRock Island Auction Company
Contact us
1-309-797-15001-800-238-8022[email protected]
Locations
Bedford, TX
3600 Harwood RoadBedford, Texas 76021, USA
Rock Island, IL
7819 42nd Street WestRock Island, Illinois 61201, USA
Hours
Monday - Friday8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Navigation
AuctionsConsignmentLatestFAQAbout usAccount
More Info
Terms & ConditionsPrivacy PolicyJob postings & CareersOrder a catalogContact
Social media
© 2025 Rock Island Auction Company. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. Click here for more information.
Healthcare Transparency in Coverage.
Disconnected
Unable to connect to live update server, attempting reconnection. If this persists, please try refreshing your browser.
Disconnected state indicated by at top of page. If you cannot see this icon, you are connected.
Rock Island Auction Company
Hello.
Please Log In, or .

Home
Auctions
Consignment
Latest
FAQ
About us

  • /Auctions...
  • /Catalog...
  • /Lot 11

Lot 11:Smith & Wesson No. 3 American 2nd Model Single Action Revolver

September 10th, 2011|Rock Island, IL
  • /Auctions...
  • /Catalog...
  • /Lot 11

Lot 11:Smith & Wesson No. 3 American 2nd Model Single Action Revolver

September 10th, 2011|Rock Island, IL
Price Realized:
Login to viewLogin to view
Price obfuscated
Estimated Price$1,600 - $2,500
Log In to use Wishlists
Share

Smith & Wesson No. 3 American 2nd Model Single Action Revolver

Manufactured from 1870 until 1874 with a total production of approximately 32,000 revolvers. This is the second variation of the No. 3 American. The top of the barrel rib is marked with the one line address and five patent dates. The rear face of the cylinder and the barrel latch are marked with the assembly number "540". Pinned front sight with fixed rear sight. Blue finish and fitted with smooth, two-piece walnut grips.

ConditionVery good. Traces of original blue finish remains on the barrel all in sheltered areas. The balance is now an even dark patina with handling marks and surface scratches scattered. The barrel address is still crisp and clear. The frame and cylinder retain 20% original blue finish with some casual surface scratches and handling. The balance is an even dark plumb patina. The cylinder exhibits a well used drag and the mechanics are crisp. The grips are good to very good with light pressure marks scattered.
Details
ManufacturerSmith & Wesson
ModelAmerican
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge44 American
Barrel8 inch solid rib
Finishblue/casehardened
Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views3602
Catalog page8
Find MoreRelated Items
Lot 186U.S. Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model Schofield Revolver
View Lot
Lot 187Smith & Wesson No. 3 "American" Second Model Revolver
View Lot
Lot 3107Smith & Wesson No. 3 "American" Second Model Revolver
View Lot
Lot 1126Smith & Wesson No. 3 "American" Second Model Revolver
View Lot
Show More