Guns International #: 100969105
Seller's Inventory #: 5002
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Guns International #: 100969105
Category - Civil War Revolvers
- Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Antique
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
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CIVIL WAR Antique S&W No. 2 “OLD ARMY” Revolver
Description: CIVIL WAR Antique S&W No. 2 “OLD ARMY” Revolver In the Correct Serial Range for the American Civil War Here we present an antique Smith & Wesson Model No. 2 Old Army Revolver, made circa 1861 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Smith & Wesson purchased the rights to the Rollin White patent for the bored through cylinder, which would forever change the development of revolving firearms. Beginning in 1857 they produced the Number 1, a 7-shot .22 rimfire pocket pistol, which was quite successful. This was fine for the commercial market, but S&W knew they could scale up their design for a pistol that could be worn on the belt in a holster. They began shipping their Number 2 “Army” Revolver, a 6-shot .32 caliber, just 2 months after the beginning of the American Civil War. The S&W Number 2 Army Revolver held distinct advantages over the percussion revolvers of the day in that its metallic cartridge ammunition was both waterproof and quick and easy to load into the gun, due to the bored through cylinders like we still use today. However, several disadvantages kept this revolver from overtaking percussion revolvers, namely Colt’s, in large scale military usage. Those were bullet size and the logistics of providing the specific ammunition during the war. The Army preferred a .44 caliber projectile and the Navy the .31. Logistically, sending loose powder and ball to fit a variety of different percussion guns was much simpler than sending specific ammunition to a unit in the field. The barrel is marked “SMITH.&WESSON.SPRINGFIELD.MASS.” This specimen falls under number 35731, making it in the range of the American Civil War. The overall condition is fair. The metal surfaces are dark with age. The markings are clear and legible. The serial numbers match, including the inside of the grip. The rosewood grips are in good shape, showing honest wear. The bore is in good condition. The hammer and trigger are functional, though the cylinder does not revolve. Own a Civil War Smith & Wesson! Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 3-1/2 inches. Caliber: .32 Rimfire Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1050 #5002 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 100969105
Seller's Inventory #: 5002
Guns International #: 100969105
Seller's Inventory #: 5002