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S&W 3rd Model Double Action Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:175.00 USD Estimated At:NA
S&W 3rd Model Double Action Revolver
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Smith & Wesson 3rd Model Double Action Revolver, #172979, .38 S&W 5-shot, 5'' barrel, nickel and blue finish, hard rubber grips, two-line barrel logo, with fixed front sight and notched rear sight. Last patent date 1889. Mfg'd approx. 1890. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 95% original factory nickel with random micro-scratches, minute losses, and minor scratches to the cylinder. Blue triggerguard retains approx. 60% blue with light overall freckling. Grips are excellent with no chips or cracks. Action is tight with excellent lock up and timing. Bore is good with some light corrosion that should clean up well. The 5'' barrel is considered scarce with shorter barrels predominating the production run. Est.: $350-$500. (Antique)