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S&W RARITY: .38-40 DOUBLE ACTION FRONTIER REVOLVER WITH 6 1/2" BARREL, SERIAL NUMBER 3X, ONLY 276 MADE
Guns International #: 101697680 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Antique - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Model 3
Seller's Information
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Seller: goodmanguns
Company: William T. Goodman
Member Since: 10/16/15
First Name: William
Last Name: Goodman
State: Montana
Zip: 59715
Country: United States
Phone: (406) 587-3131
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 51
Total Number of Listings: 3281
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: checks, cashiers/bank check, money order
Description:
SMITH & WESSON RARITY: .38-40 DOUBLE ACTION FRONTIER REVOLVER WITH 6 1/2" BARREL, SERIAL NUMBER 3X, ONLY 276 MADE AND NUMBERED IN THEIR OWN SERIES, MADE FROM 1900-1910! Of the few of these I've seen over the years, all have been in hard used condition. This makes sense as anyone wanting a .38-40 revolver was probably spending a lot of time in the outdoors (ranching most likely) and pairing it with a Winchester or Marlin saddle rifle. This special model was offered in barrel lengths of 4", 5" and 6 1/2" lengths. This long barrel example was a nickel plated revolver that now shows the original nickel in the more protected areas of around the hammer and trigger guard and some nickel on the cylinder. The balance has flaked and worn off revealing a dark uncleaned patina. The barrel markings on the top of the barrel are good, but a bit worn and the .38 Winchester Ctg. marking on the left side of the barrel is only partially visible. The serial numbers on the barrel, frame and cylinder match. Mechanics are fine and the bore shows good rifling with only minor scattered surface roughness. The frame sideplate screw only appears to be a replacement. The grips fit perfectly and show normal wear, but no chipping or cracks. Obviously this one was a working revolver and carried many miles. A S&W letter might turn up some interesting information. This was a popular caliber in the Southwest and Mexico at this time of the Mexican Revolution. Lots of history in this extremely rare S&W! When you consider that these revolvers were made in three barrel lengths and two finishes, the number of 6 1/2" nickel examples would be very small.
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .38-40 Winchester (.38 WCF)
Manufacturer: SMITH & WESSON
Model: 38-40 DA FRONTIER
Serial Number: 3X
Barrel Length: 6 1/2
Condition: ANTIQUE VG