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Lot 300: Excellent Smith & Wesson 38 Double Action 3rd Model Revolver wit

Excellent Smith & Wesson 38 Double Action 3rd Model Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Lot 300: Excellent Smith & Wesson 38 Double Action 3rd Model Revolver wit

Excellent Smith & Wesson 38 Double Action 3rd Model Revolver with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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Excellent Smith & Wesson 38 Double Action 3rd Model Revolver with Box

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 38 Double Action
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 38 S&W
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 75
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured circa 1884-1895. Revolver has the standard two line address/patent dates barrel rib marking. Matching serial number on butt, barrel, latch and right grip panel. Fitted with checkered S&W monogram imprinted grips. Included with the revolver is the factory box numbered to another but with a correct end label for this revolver (see image).

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The revolver retains 97% original nickel finish showing some very scattered light flaking. The trigger guard retains nearly 97% original blue finish showing some light flaking. The hammer and trigger retain 95% plus bright original case colors. Grips are fine with a repaired chip and hairline crack on the bottoms with overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with a series of holes on the bottom and limited corner separation.



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