The revolver exhibits factory engraving by famed Master Engraver Gustave Young. Young worked with Smith & Wesson as early as 1865 after serving as Colt's Master Engraver and was the in-house engraver for Smith & Wesson starting in 1869 until his death in 1895. On this revolver Young's floral scroll pattern on a punch dot background covers 90% of the surface, including the hammer. The barrel rib marking ends with the 1869 patent dates. The butt has provision for a lanyard ring. Matching assembly numbers are on the grip frame, cylinder, and barrel latch. This revolver is among a group of engraved 2nd Model Americans found in the 7500-7535 serial number range that were produced for exhibition purposes.

Good. Traces of original gold plating remain in the protected areas on the cylinder, otherwise the revolver has a mottled gray patina with some minor pitting. Most of the engraving remains clear. The grips are very good with typical hairline age cracking and minor handling marks. Action needs work as cylinder does not lock properly when the hammer is fully cocked. Provenance: Dr. Gerald Klaz collection.