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S&W Model 3, Second Model Schofield (Commercial Variation), .45 Schofield, 1 of 650
Guns International #: 103438764 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Model 3 - Smith & Wesson Pistols - Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: Paladin1
Member Since: 9/4/25
First Name: Derek
State: Oregon
Zip: 97401
Country: United States
Phone: (818) 784-6123
Number of Active Listings: 1
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted:
Description:
Factory Nickel, Ivory Grips – 1 of ~650 Civilian Guns
One of the last Schofields ever produced, this documented Second Model Schofield Commercial Variation was shipped from Smith & Wesson’s Springfield factory on December 29, 1879, to known dealer M.W. Robinson in New York City.
According to The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, only ~650 commercial (non-military) Second Model Schofields were ever manufactured. This revolver correctly lacks the “U.S.” inspector and martial markings found on the far more common government-issue guns.
Key Details:
- Model: Smith & Wesson Model 3 – Second Model Schofield
- Serial Number: 8985 (matching frame and butt)
- Caliber: .45 S&W (Schofield)
- Finish: 90–95% original factory nickel, with mottled case-hardened accents
- Barrel Length: 7"
- Grips: Smooth period ivory, unmarked, with natural age patina
- Action: Tight lockup, firm latch, clean mechanics
- Note: Cylinder is numbered "53" (non-matching); function unaffected
- Provenance: Includes factory letter from the Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation confirming 1879 shipment as part of a lot of four revolvers
This is a rare, collector-grade antique top-break revolver with verified provenance, factory finish, and a highly desirable commercial pedigree. A prime opportunity for serious collectors or investors seeking an exceptional piece of 19th-century American firearms history.
Schofield for sale, Smith & Wesson Model 3, .45 Schofield caliber, Factory ivory grips, Factory nickel finish, Commercial Schofield, Rare Smith & Wesson revolver, Antique top-break revolver, No US markings, Collector-grade S&W
Price: $10,500.00
Curio/Relic: Yes
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: S&W
Serial Number: 8985
Barrel Length: 7
Condition: Excellent