Improved design of the original Model 3, Smith & Wesson's first top break, automatic ejection revolver manufactured from 1878 to 1912. Top of barrel rib is marked with the one line address and the S&W Trade Mark logo is on the right rear of the frame. The matching serial number is marked on the butt, rear cylinder face, rear of the top strap and on the barrel latch. Pinned blade front and notched rear sights. Blue finish with casehardened trigger guard, trigger and hammer. Fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the S&W logo at the top.

Very good. The revolver retains 20% thin original blue finish concentrated in protected areas with a smooth mottled grayish brown patina on the balance. Most of the original case colors remain on the hammer, and the trigger and trigger guard have a smooth mottled dark gray patina. There is a large chip absent from the lower left grip panel; otherwise, there are only light handling marks and distinct checkering. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.