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Lot 435: Two Smith & Wesson .22 Ladysmith Double Action Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two Smith & Wesson .22 Ladysmith Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 13, 2018

Lot 435: Two Smith & Wesson .22 Ladysmith Double Action Revolvers

Collector's Lot of Two Smith & Wesson .22 Ladysmith Double Action Revolvers

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 13, 2018

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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A) Smith & Wesson .22 Ladysmith 2nd Model Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: Ladysmith
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 long
Barrel: 3 1/3 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 3735
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 159
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured from 1906 to 1910. Standard markings and matching serial numbers on the butt, right grip panel, barrel and cylinder.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The revolver retains 95% original blue finish with some minor flaking. The faded grips are fine with limited minor handling marks and some wear along the tops of the checkering. Mechanically excellent.



B) Scarce Smith & Wesson .22 Ladysmith 1st Model Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: Ladysmith
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 22 long
Barrel: 3 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
Item Views: 3735
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 159
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

S&W only manufactured approximately 4,575 1st Model Ladysmith revolvers circa 1902 to 1906. Standard markings and matching serial numbers on the butt, cylinder, barrel and right grip panel. The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 3 inch barrel, blue finish and checkered black hard rubber grips when shipped to Norvell Shapleigh Hardware Co., St. Louis on September 11, 1905.

Rating Definition:

Fine. The revolver retains 60% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown-gray patina. The grips are excellent with a few minor handing marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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