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Original Antique Smith & Wesson First Model Third Issue 22 Rimfire Revolver
Guns International #: 101146319 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Antique Revolvers - Cartridge - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: JGF Antiques
Member Since: 11/2/18
Last Name: Forte
State: New York
Zip: 12581
Country: United States
Phone: (845) 863-4880
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 16
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: USPS Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check After Clearance
Description:
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: First Model Third Issue
Serial Number: 87859
Year of Manufacture: 1873 (Approximate)
Gauge/Calibre: 22 Rimfire (Blackpowder 22 short)
Action Type: Revolver
Markings: The top rib is stamped “Smith & Wesson Springfield Mass Pat. Apr.3.55 July 5.59 Dec 18.60” and the serial is stamped on the bottom of the grip frame “87859”
Barrel Length: 3”
Choke: N/A
Sights / Optics: Small notch rear sight and half moon front blade sight
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are made of either Rosewood or Walnut. They are in exceptional condition, with no chips, gouges or damage.
Type of Finish: Original wood, and nickel retains approximately 70% with most wear on the cylinder
Finish Originality: All Original
Bore Condition: Bore is very good to excellent.
Overall Condition: This revolver is in excellent condition with minor are related wear. The mechanics function flawlessly and it is a stunning piece of craftsmanship.
Overall weight is 8.52 oz
Our Assessment: This is a beautifully made and well preserved early Smith & Wesson revolver, dating from approx March of 1873. Considering the corrosive black powder used at the time, the cylinder and barrel bore is in exceptional condition. The grip panels are original and in excellent condition as well. The wear to the nickel is mostly confined to the cylinder and right side, leaving approximately 70%. The pistol appears to function flawlessly, but has not been test fired live. Pistol will come with a leather soft case. These are getting rarer as time goes, and in this condition, it is definitely a fine addition to any collection.
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: First Model, Third Issue
Caliber Info: .22 Rimfire
Action: Revolver