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Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver

Currency:CAD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:850.00 CAD Estimated At:NA
Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver
serial #50756, 22 RF, 2 11/16'' barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered pinprick pitting concentrated nearer the breech with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Third Issue have toned almost entirely to a gunmetal patina, showing vestiges of waning silver only in the protected areas of the barrel rib with scattered pinprick pitting throughout and some areas toning to brown under direct light, most chiefly on the ejector rod. The revolver is embellished with handsome New York-style foliate scroll engraving along the flanks and cylinder, nicely bordering the barrel address, with the top and gripstraps showing intertwined linework and foliate flourish on the rear and belly; the toe of the gripframe shows a period-added decorative notch. The smooth ivory grip panels remain quite fine, yellowing attractively throughout with a minor darkened check at the heel of the left panel and a well-executed 1/2" synthetic repair to the heel of the right. The factory markings remain crisp and timing and lockup appear sound with the gun showing no discernible play. A finely aged Third Issue. (26B10826-505) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)
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