Introduced in 1887 with this example having a special order finger spur trigger guard as commonly observed on Russian Models. Equipped with a pinned front sight with bead and a notch rear sight on the barrel latch. The top of the barrel rib is stamped with the two line address and patent dates which end with "REISSUE JULY 25, 187". The matching two digit serial number "17" appears on the butt, barrel, cylinder and barrel latch. Nickel plate with casehardened hammer and trigger guard and fitted with checkered S&W monogram grips with the right grip panel numbered to the gun. According to the consignor, the revolver was shipped to M.W. Robinson of South Carolina in May 1887. With the revolver is a box of UMC .32-44 S&W Target Revolver cartridges (37/50) and a contemporary wooden case.

Fine as period re-plated. The revolver retains 80% of the nickel finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. Some mild pitting is present on the grip straps. Traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are very fine with some minor handling marks and a spot of wear in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically fine.