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LOT 114
Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian 1st Model
Single Action Revolver - Serial no. 10537, 44 S&W
Russian cal., 8 inch solid rib bbl., nickel finish, antique
ivory grips. Manufactured from 1871-1874. The barrel rib legend
ends with “RUSSIAN MODEL.” Matching assembly numbers on the
grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. This revolver is from the
collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank
Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming
his ownership.
CONDITION: Fine, retaining 60% original nickel plating with a smooth dark patina on
the balance. Slight traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are good with repairs. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.’s Collection.
Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
LOT 116
Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action First Model Revolver - Serial
no. 28215, 44 S&W Russian cal., 6 1/2 inch solid rib bbl., nickel finish, hard
rubber grips. Introduced in 1881. Standard markings and features including
the correct length 1 7/16 inch cylinder and matching serial numbers on the
barrel, barrel latch, cylinder, and butt (grips irremovable). This revolver is from the
collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams
Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.
CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 90% original nickel finish, scattered areas of oxidation, and
light scratches. The grips are very good with a brown hue, a crack at the left toe, and worn but well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.’s Collection.
Estimate: 2,250 - 3,500
LOT 117
Smith & Wesson No. 3 American 1st Model Single Action Revolver
- Serial no. 3205, 44 S&W American cal., 8 inch solid rib bbl., nickel finish,
antique ivory grips. Manufactured from 1870 to 1872. The barrel rib has the one-line
address/patent dates marking. The front sight has been trimmed down during the
period of use. Matching assembly numbers are stamped on the grip frame, cylinder,
barrel and barrel latch. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country
singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming
his ownership.
CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 70% original nickel plating with a smooth gray patina and a some dings on
the barrel. Patterns of original case colors remain on the hammer. The grips are very fine with typical age lines on the bottom, some minor handling marks and attractive color and grain. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.’s Collection.
Estimate: 2,000 - 3,250
LOT 118
Smith & Wesson .38 Single Action 1st Model Baby
Russian Revolver with Relief Carved Mexican Eagle
Grip - Serial no. 3118, 38 S&W cal., 3 1/4 inch solid rib bbl., nickel finish, antique ivory grips. Manufactured in 1876/77. The right grip panel features a relief carved Mexican eagle. Matching serial numbers are on the butt, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch.
CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 97% original nickel plating with limited flaking on the back strap and a ding on the front of the barrel rib. Nearly all original case colors remain on the hammer. The grips are very fine with some minor handling marks and attractive color and grain. Mechanically excellent. A very attractive Baby Russian for your growing S&W collection.
Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500
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Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian 3rd Model Revolver with Holster Rig - Serial no. 39345,
44 S&W Russian cal., 6 1/2 inch solid bbl., nickel finish, walnut grips. Manufactured from 1874
to 1878. Barrel rib legend ends with “RUSSIAN MODEL.” Right grip panel numbered to the
gun, and matching assembly numbers on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. The leather holster rig has a tooled cartridge belt. This
revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.
CONDITION: Fine, retaining 70% original nickel plating with a smooth dark gray patina on the balance mixed with some scattered minor pitting. Traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are also fine with some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. The holster rig is very good with minor handling/storage marks and flex wear.
Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.’s Collection.
Estimate: 2,250 - 3,750
LOT 115