Lot 227:Smith & Wesson .38 Safety Hammerless Third Model Revolver

May 14th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Lot 227:Smith & Wesson .38 Safety Hammerless Third Model Revolver

May 14th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,800 - $2,750

New York Engraved Gold and Silver Plated Smith & Wesson .38 Safety Hammerless Third Model Double Action Revolver with Pearl Grips and Hartley & Graham Retailer Case

Manufactured 1890 to 1898. Near full coverage Nimschke style New York style scroll engraving on a punchdot background, possibly done by Hartley & Graham. Gold plated cylinder and triggerguard. Matching serial number on the barrel, cylinder, and butt. Includes leather bound "Hartley & Graham/New York." marked case and cleaning tools. Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

ConditionFine overall, retaining 80% original silver finish with some age darkening and 40% plus original gold on the cylinder and triggerguard, also with an aged look. The grips have a few chips and some cracks forming. The case is fine with some edge and interior wear. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerSmith & Wesson

Model38 Safety Hammerless

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge38 S&W

Barrel3 1/4 inch solid rib

Finishsilver/gold

Grippearl

Item LocationRock Island, IL