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S&W Model 3 Russian First Model, 44 Russian, Factory Letter, 10270, O-181
Guns International #: 103204079 Seller's Inventory #: O-181
Category: Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Antique - .44 Russian Revolvers
Seller's Information
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Seller: Historic Investments
Company: Historic Investments
Member Since: 2/19/16
First Name: Leonardo M.
Last Name: Antaris
State: Iowa
Zip: 52722
Country: United States
Phone: (563) 726-2205
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 712
Total Number of Listings: 4327
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Return fee be paid by buyer
Payment Types Accepted: Cashiers Check, Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check
Description:
Synopsis:
Rare Smith & Wesson Model 3 Russian First Model nickeled revolver with factory letter documentation, one of approximately 5,165 commercial variants, with this example shipped in 1872.
Description:
Standard configuration Old, Old Model Russian a.k.a. S&W Model 3 Russian 1st Model, chambered in .44 Russian, this nickeled revolver SN:10270 having an 8 inch barrel with half moon blade front sight and U-notch rear sight. Top of barrel marked " SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS. U.S.A. PAT. JULY. 10.60. JAN. 17. FEB. 17. JULY. 11. 65 & AUG. 24. 69. RUSSIAN MODEL". Full serial number on butt. Barrel, cylinder and dismounting latch marked "828". Fitted with smooth walnut grips. Lanyard loop present. Factory letter detailing shipment in 1872, confirming caliber and grips but no information available on the finish.
Condition:
VG+ with flaking in usual contact areas to include around muzzle, leading edge of cylinder, under trigger guard, and edges of front/backstrap. Comparable toning of the color case hardened hammer. Smooth walnut grips with oil staining and light handling marks. Bright bore with easily discernible rifling. A nicely presenting S&W Model 3 First Model Russian revolver in .44 Russian with factory letter!
Price: $4,395.00
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: S&W
Model: Model 3
Serial Number: 10270
Caliber Info: .44 Russian
Condition: VG