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Attractive Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:2,100.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Attractive Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver
serial #1076, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original bright blue showing some scattered mild high edge wear, light dings and some areas lightly flaking to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina. The hammer shows lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout while the triggerguard shows nice colors drifting slightly to a smooth gray and the trigger shows a hint of pale straw color. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light handling marks and slight toning to brown. The right panel shows no scratched number but both fit very well. This revolver is equipped with the longer 1 9/16'' cylinder, somewhat unusual for the low serial number, along with factory target sights. The latch is un-numbered while the barrel and cylinder are matching the frame. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the full cock notch appears to have seen some work though the action otherwise functions well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. A fine New Model revolver. (13B10826-371) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (3000/4000)