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Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver

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Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver
Description Update 11-15-2024: Cylinder shows a bit more loss with scattered oxidation

serial #99341, 22 RF, 3 3/16'' barrel with a bright good bore showing scattered pitting focused chiefly at the breech with evident rifling throughout. This is a rather darling Third Issue engraved with well-executed floral motifs, showing bouquets on the sides of the frame with familiar sunburst and floral ''daisy-chain'' forms along the barrel assembly, and geometric bordering and foliate flourish along the top and grip straps; perhaps most charmingly is the presence of seven distinct, individual floral designs on each of the cylinder flats depicting the same form moving through the cycle of bloom and death. It retains 98% original nickel finish showing minimal handling and high edgewear throughout with perhaps the odd spot of bubbling; the areas of loss show fine oxidation staining under direct light, and the hammer and trigger have toned to an even gunmetal. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips rate near excellent, showing very light handling wear with a few flecks of darkening on the left panel with the main apologies being two chips at the heels of each panel, the left-side showing an old synthetic fill repair and the right remaining unfilled. Mechanical function appears sound though there is sometimes mild friction between the hammer and cylinder stop, and the gun exhibits no noticeable play. An unusual and charming Third Issue. (26B10826-579) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)
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