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Lot 266: Smith & Wesson Russian 2nd Model Single Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Lot 266: Smith & Wesson Russian 2nd Model Single Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $3,750
Price Realized:
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Smith & Wesson Russian 2nd Model Single Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: Russian
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44 S&W Russian
Barrel: 7 inch solid rib
Finish: nickel
Grip: antique ivory
Stock:
Item Views: 765
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 227
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured from 1873 to 1878. The barrel rib has the one-line address/patent dates legend ending in "RUSSIAN MODEL." The Schuyler Hartley Graham distributor "SH" in a diamond marking is stamped on the butt. Matching assembly numbers are on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel, and barrel latch. Provenance: The Dave Ballantyne Collection

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retaining 90% original nickel plating. The trigger guard has a smooth brown patina. The hammer retains traces of original case colors. The slightly age shrunken grips are fine with some typical age lines and aged to an attractive mellow color. Mechanically excellent.



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