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Lot 1259: Smith & Wesson Revolving-Rifle 320

Smith & Wesson Model 320 Revolving Rifle with Shoulder Stock and Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 5, 2015

Lot 1259: Smith & Wesson Revolving-Rifle 320

Smith & Wesson Model 320 Revolving Rifle with Shoulder Stock and Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 5, 2015

Estimated Price: $9,500 - $13,000
Price Realized:
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Smith & Wesson Model 320 Revolving Rifle with Shoulder Stock and Case

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: Revolving-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 320
Barrel: 18 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 1533
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 117
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured from 1879 to 1887, the Model 320 revolving rifle is one of the rarest Smith & Wesson firearms produced with a total production of 977. These firearms were serial numbered from 1 to 977 and out of the 977 manufactured, 514 had the 18 inch barrel. The Model 320 was manufactured using the frame, cylinder and basic action of the New Model No. 3 revolver with some minor differences in the hammer and trigger, with the barrel being made of two pieces. A slot is cut into the butt and a hole drilled in the back strap to accommodate the shoulder stock. The rifle features an 18 inch barrel with a globe front sight featuring cross hairs, a two leaf folding rear sight and a solid rib which is marked with the two line address/patent date marking. The matching serial number appears on the butt, cylinder and barrel with the number "27920" on the barrel latch. Blue finish with casehardened hammer and trigger guard. The barrel is fitted with a checkered hard rubber red mottled forearm with the S&W monogram on the underside. The grips are matching with S&W monograms in a circle at the tops. The stock is smooth walnut with blue finished attaching iron and a checkered black hard rubber buttplate with S&W monogram. The original case has brass corner protectors. The lining is felt and there are three compartments (one for the rifle, one for the stock and one for a box of cartridges). Sights are included: stock peep sights and one two leaf folding rear sight.

Rating Definition:

Fine. The revolving rifle retains 50% original blue finish with a smooth brown patina on the balance. Some minor pitting and spotting are present. The hammer and trigger guard retain 30% original case colors. The forearm is excellent showing limited minor handling marks with overall crisp checkering. The grips are fine with a crack on the bottom of the right panel and a few minor handling marks with overall crisp checkering. Mechanically fine. The stock is excellent with the attaching iron retaining 90% original blue finish and the wood having some minor pressure dents and scratches. The heavily worn case is poor with straps missing.



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