(A) VERY NICE SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/9/2024

Introduced in 1878, production of these large frame revolver ceased by 1898 although sales continued until 1912. This example features brilliant factory reapplied nickel finish throughout, as denoted by a star stamped on the butt. The ribbed 6 - 1/2" round barrel has 2-line address, half moon front sight, and u-notch rear. Hammer and trigger guard are case hardened. Revolver sports a pair of checkered S&W monogram hard rubber grips. CONDITION: Excellent as factory refinished. Nearly all of the lustrous factory nickel is retained, barring some light cleaning marks and a turn line. Hammer retains significant portions of strong case colors. Trigger guard has a few flashes of color, the balance faded to patina. Grips have very fine definition. Left panel has a couple splits but appears stable. Mirror bore. Crisp mechanics.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

6 - 1/2"

Caliber/Bore

.44 S&W Russian

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

Smith & Wesson

Model

New Model No. 3