Smith & Wesson manufactured 70,000 of these revolvers for the Russian government. The barrel rib has the S&W Cyrillic marking followed by the serial number, a double headed Russian eagle, Russian inspector initials for N. Kushakevich, and a late production Russian acceptance proof. Matching serial numbers are found on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder, barrel (on rib), and barrel latch. For more information see www.russianrevolvers.com. Provenance: Joe Leiper Collection.

Good, having a mixed gunmetal gray patina and minor pitting. There is a series of tool-like markings on the underside of the barrel. The grips are very good showing some minor dings and scratches. The action cycles, but the cylinder does not lock properly when the hammer is fully cocked.