Manufactured from 1870 until 1874 with a total production of approximately 32,000 revolvers. This revolver is the second model variation of the number 3 American and was manufactured in the last year of production, 1874. Accompanied by a factory letter which confirms its shipment on March 3, 1874 to M.W. Robinson, New York City, which is Smith & Wesson's largest distributor. The shipment is listed as 52 revolvers in a mix of nickel and blue with smooth walnut grips. This revolver features finely executed New York style period scroll engraving on the barrel, cylinder, frame and back strap with about 80% coverage. Some of the assembly numbers appear to be mismatched. Nickel plated frame and fitted with a pair of ivory grips. Pinned front sight on solid rib barrel with S&W standard one line address.

Very good as period embellished and subsequently replated. Traces of nickel plated finish remain on the polished bright barrel with freckling and some over all flaking down the length, the engraving is still strong and visible. The frame and cylinder retain half of the nickel finish with flaking concentrated on high edges. The grips are outstanding, they fit snug on all metal edges and have developed a pleasant aged mellow patina. Mechanically needs work as the cylinder does not lock up. Overall an attractive large frame New York engraved revolver.