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New York-Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 1/2 Second Issue Revolver

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New York-Engraved Smith & Wesson No. 1 1/2 Second Issue Revolver
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Description Update 11-15-2024: Nickel rates closer to 90% with areas of loss toning to a nice pewter gunmetal patina and blending nicely, hinge screw threads showing light damage on right side.

serial #108623, 32 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain 98% original nickel finish, thinning lightly along the cylinder and showing scattered light handling marks and the odd fleck of bubbling throughout with some faint oxidation staining scattered throughout under direct light. The hammer, trigger, and ejector rod show faint remnants of gold-washed finish which has been all but lost to time with the balance toning to a shiny silvery patina. This revolver has been adorned with Nimschke-style foliate scroll engraving with punch-dot shading along the frame, with the barrel flanks showing a familiar geometric latticework pattern, with sunbursts on the side and interwoven geometric motif along the top and rear straps. The smooth ivory grip panels rate excellent, yellowing nicely and showing only light handling wear concentrated on the right panel. All engravings and the barrel marking remain crisp and the serial number has softened slightly, and timing and lockup appear sound with the gun exhibiting slight play when locked. A beautiful Second Issue. (26B10826-304) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)