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Smith and Wesson 2nd Model .38 Double Action Revolver, Mfd Circa 1880
Guns International #: 100707252 Seller's Inventory #: 1801
Category: Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Antique - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
Seller's Information
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Seller: Brent Wilburn
Company: Antique Arms, Inc.
Member Since: 11/19/15
First Name: Brent
Last Name: Wilburn
State: Georgia
Zip: 30052
Country: United States
Phone: (678) 471-1432
Phone2: (678) 471-1432
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Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Money Order, Certified Check
Description:
This is a very early 2nd Model S&W Double Action Topbreak Revolver. Caliber .38 S&W with 3-1/4" barrel, nickel finish, and checkered hard rubber grips. This variation was mfd from 1880-1884. This one is in the 14,000 serial range and was Mfd either 1880 or 1881. Standard 2nd Model features include the early style half fluted cylinder with double stop notches, squared trigger guard, and a newly improved sideplate which went from square to oval-shaped in order to provide addition strength to the frame. It has 100% matching numbers that includes the frame, cylinder, barrel, latch, and grips. Top Barrel Rib has the correct early May 11th and 25th 1880 patent dates.
Overall Condition is NRA Antique Fine with 65% Original nickel plating while balance has turned to a light gray to brown patina. Trigger guard shows 10% original blue while barrel latch retains 70% original blue. Trigger shows 25% case colors while the hammer has turned mostly dark. Checkered hard rubber grips are in Fine Condition with no chips or breaks. The action is in good condition and works in both single and double action modes Latch is Perfect with zero play. Bore is Very Good Plus. For something that is 135 years old, this is a very decent example of a 1st or 2nd year production Double Action S&W.
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: S&W
Model: 2nd Model Double Action
Caliber Info: 38 S&W
Condition: NRA Antique Fine
Barrels: 3 1/4
Finish: Nickel
Manufacture Date: 1880-1881