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Lot #219

Lot 218: U.S. Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Single Action Revolver

Early U.S. Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Single Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2021

Lot 218: U.S. Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Single Action Revolver

Early U.S. Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Single Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2021

Estimated Price: $5,500 - $8,500
Price Realized:
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Early U.S. Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Single Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: Schofield
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 45 S&W Schofield
Barrel: 7 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 198
Class: Antique
Description:

Only 3,035 First Model Schofield revolvers were manufactured, all in 1875. 3,000 were purchased by the U.S. Government for use in the West, 35 were sold on the civilian market. The U.S. models are known to have been issued to the 4th Cavalry while they were hunting for Geronimo and the Buffalo Soldiers during the Indian Wars. Many were altered and used by Wells, Fargo & Co. and various S&W No. 3 variations are known to have been used by legendary western outlaws, lawmen, and soldiers. This example has a pinned, round blade front sight, grooved rib and top strap, notch in the latch for a rear sight, "SCHOFIELD'S PAT. APR. 22D 1873" on the right side of the barrel, "SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS. U.S.A. PAT. JAN. 7TH/& 24TH 65. JULY 11TH 65. AUG. 24th 69. JULY 25TH 71" on the left side, "L" (Samuel B. Lewis) and "P" on the bottom of the barrel lug, "U.S." at the toe of the butt, and cylinder numbered to the gun along with "L" stamped on the rear face. The right grip panel is numbered to the gun and the left panel has a script letter cartouche. Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Rating Definition:

Fine. The barrel and frame retain 75% plus original blue finish and the cylinder retains traces of original blue in the flutes with the balance a smooth brown-gray patina. Traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are also fine with some chipping (right panel), minor dings and scratches and faint cartouche. Mechanically excellent.



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