The American model was introduced 3 years before the Colt Single Action Army revolver and is probably, more than any other model, associated with the historic American West. As S&W expert Roy Double pointed out over fifty years ago, "This was a work gun; a big, heavy-caliber holster gun worn openly and ready to hand; a timely gun indigenous to America on the move and a part of America's greatest adventures." Difficult to obtain in any condition, this American Model revolver is indeed a rare and desirable firearm. Matching assembly numbers appear on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. The right grip panel is serialized "11692," and both grip panels have been personalized with an inlaid "D" above the screw escutcheon.

Very good plus, as a revolver showing great "frontier character" with a classic smooth brown-gray patina overall while retaining 20% original blue finish in the protected areas and period personalized grips with attractive grain pattern. Mechanically excellent. A solid example to one of America's frontier guns.