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Lot 23:Two Civil War Range Smith & Wesson Model 2 Army Revolvers

September 10th, 2011|Rock Island, IL

Lot 23:Two Civil War Range Smith & Wesson Model 2 Army Revolvers

September 10th, 2011|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,150 - $1,600

A) Smith & Wesson Model 2 Army Revolver

Top rib has the Springfield address, serial number on butt, and patent dates on cylinder, with German silver blade front sight. Cylinder and barrel have the number "776". The frame has a spur trigger and three-pin top strap. Fitted with varnished two piece rosewood grips with right panel numbered to gun.

ConditionVery good. The metal surfaces have been cleaned with scattered traces of original blue finish in the protected areas. There is some very scattered mild pitting. The grips are very fine with most of the varnish remaining and some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerSmith & Wesson

Model2 Army

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge32 Long RF

Barrel6 inch solid rib

Finishblue

Griprosewood

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page10

B) Smith & Wesson Model 2 Army Revolver

Top rib has the Springfield address, serial number on butt, and patent dates on cylinder, with German silver blade front sight. Cylinder and barrel have the number "235". The frame has a spur trigger and three-pin top strap. Fitted with varnished two piece rosewood grips with right panel numbered to gun.

ConditionVery good. The metal surfaces have been cleaned with traces of original blue finish in the protected areas. There is some very scattered mild pitting and the front sight has been altered. The period revarnished grips are good with most of the varnish remaining and some minor scratches. Mechanically fine.