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Antique SW Model 3 3rd Type Russian Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:800.00 USD
Antique SW Model 3 3rd Type Russian Revolver
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Antique Smith & Wesson Model 3 3rd Type Russian (New Model Russian) Tula Arsenal Made Single Action Top-Break Revolver, #12165, .44 S&W Russian CF cal., 6.5'' round barrel with integral large blade front and notched rear sights, marked with the Tula Arsenal name in Russian Cyrillic letters, ''1889r'', ''No. 12165'' and with the stylized two-headed Russian eagle mark over ''HK'' on the full-length top rib, has a spring-release top latch; fluted round 6-shot cylinder is marked ''12165'' with related marks on rear face and features auto extraction; frame has the signature S&W large hinge at front, separate trigger guard with characteristic Russian finger spur, and integral gripstraps with lanyard ring and ''12165'', encircled ''C'', ''K'', ''C'' and ''M'' marks on butt; two-piece oil-finished walnut grips. Originally mfg'd ca. 1889 with full-blued finish and case hardened hammer, trigger and perhaps trigger guard. Condition is fine with the barrel and cylinder retaining approx. 15% blue in protected areas, the frame with 70% blue (mostly at sides and bottom), and case hardening faded to a smooth gunmetal tone. Grips are sound and unmarked with most original oil finish and fit very well. Barrel hinge and lockup are tight; action is firm and crisp; bore is clean showing very light frosting and sharp rifling. This is a scarce S&W Russian Model variation, in desirable condition. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Antique)(John Ackerman collection)