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SW No. 2 Old Model Army Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:325.00 USD
SW No. 2 Old Model Army Revolver
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Civil War Era Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Army Revolver, #8354, .32 Long RF cal., 6'' tip-up octagonal barrel with blade front sight, marked with maker's name and address on top rib, has upper hinge and lower latch; round 6-shot cylinder has 1855-59-60 patent dates along its circumference; solid frame has top cylinder stop spring with notched rear sight, integral spurtrigger sheath and gripstraps, ser. no. on butt; two-piece mother-of-pearl grips. Mfg'd ca. 1861-74, originally with full blued finish. Condition is very good. Barrel shows a smooth dark blue-brown patina with light erosion along top rib, balance of metal is smooth gunmetal gray. Grips show brilliant iridescence and color, a horizontal crack at left panel, and fit well. Action is smooth; bore is bright with light frosting toward muzzle and sharp rifling; barrel hinge and latch are secure; edges are sharp and markings are readable. Est.: $650-$950. (Antique)