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Lovely New York-Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver

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Lovely New York-Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver
serial #13298, 22 RF, 3 3/16'' barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Third Issue have toned largely to a mild gunmetal patina, showing remnants of original silver finish in the protected areas, with scattered light handling, high edge wear, and flecks of light oxidation staining throughout. The hammer, ejector rod, and front sight blade retain vestiges of gold-wash finish and the cylinder stop traces of original blue, with the balance toning to gunmetal, and the left-side hammer in particular shows a handsome mix of silver tarnish and gold. It has been adorned with lovely Nimschke-style engraving, showing handsome punch-dot backed foliate scroll along the barrel and frame, with geometric linework and bordering through the top and gripstrap and familiar sunburst motifs on the cylinder flats and belly; the left-side frame features a skillfully executed pony in a foliate panel, retaining strong vestiges of silver finish, and the opposite side presents the same panel which has interestingly been left unadorned. The mother-of-pearl grip panels remain excellent with the only apology being a small sliver missing from the crest of the right panel. Barrel markings and all embellishments remain crisp and timing and lockup appear sound. A beautiful Third Issue. (26B10826-582) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)