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Engraved Silver Inlaid Smith & Wesson Model 1 1/2 First Issue Revolver with Ivory Grips

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:1,600.00 - 2,250.00 USD
Engraved Silver Inlaid Smith & Wesson Model 1 1/2 First Issue Revolver with Ivory Grips

Estimate: $1600 - 2250
Manufactured between 1865 to 1868. Features period applied non-factory high quality floral scroll engraving present on the barrel, frame, back strap and cylinder. The cylinder has a silver inlaid band present on the rear. The top of the barrel rib is marked with the two line address/patent dates and the serial number on the butt. Blade front sight, tip up frame with spur trigger and 5-shot unfluted cylinder. Blue finish with casehardened hammer and fitted with smooth ivory grips.
BBL: 3 1/2 inch solid rib
Stock:
Gauge: 32 RF
Finish: silver/blue
Grips: ivory
Serial Number: 26302
Condition: Very fine as refurbished with 90% period applied blue and silver plated finish remaining with some high edge wear and thinning on the grip straps. The engraving is sharp. The hammer retains 25% case colors with a smooth mottled gray patina on the balance. The ivory grips are very fine with some hairline age cracks on the bottoms and a pleasant aged patina showing an attractive grain. The markings and engraving are clear. The action is fine.
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