Manufactured from 1874 to 1878. The rib has the one-line address/patent dates marking ending with "RUSSIAN MODEL." The butt has the boxed "1874" marking and a lanyard ring. The right grip panel is numbered to the gun. Matching assembly numbers are found on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch.

Excellent, retaining 98% original nickel finish showing very limited light-mild flaking. 75% original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are very fine showing some minor dings. Mechanically excellent. A highly attractive commercial No. 3 Russian that would be extremely difficult to improve upon. Provenance: Dr. Gerald Klaz collection.