This model was manufactured between 1861 and 1874 and was very successful commercially. Many of these were used as personal side arms by Civil War soldiers, they could be easily carried as a back up by soldiers going off to war. A pair were owned by General Custer, and Wild Bill Hickok had one the night he was shot. The top of the barrel rib is marked "SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD, MASS." The serial number is marked on the butt and on the inside of the right grip panel. It is equipped with a German silver blade fixed front sight, integral notch rear sight and a smooth, six shot cylinder marked with the S&W 1855, 1859 and 1860 patent dates around the center. The frame has a spur trigger and three-pin top strap and is fitted with smooth two-piece rosewood grips.

Very good plus. The revolver retains 20% of the blue finish with primarily a brown patina with spotting. The grips are fine and have some minor edge wear and small chips. The markings are crisp throughout. Mechanically needs work.