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Excellent Smith & Wesson 3rd Model 38 Safety Hammerless Double Action Revolver with Box and Factory

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:325.00 USD Estimated At:800.00 - 1,200.00 USD
Excellent Smith & Wesson 3rd Model 38 Safety Hammerless Double Action Revolver with Box and Factory
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Estimate: $800 - 1200
The included factory letter confirms the barrel length, finish and grips. The revolver was shipped on November 21, 1891 to Schoverling Dale & Gale, New York City. Standard barrel rib marking with matching numbers on butt, barrel and cylinder. Checkered S&W monogram grips with right panel numbered to gun. With what appears to be the original factory box.
BBL: 3 1/4 inch solid rib
Stock:
Gauge: 38 S&W
Finish: nickel
Grips: hard rubber
Serial Number: 56047
Condition: Excellent. The revolver retains 98% original nickel finish showing some flaking with the finish taking on a frost appearance. The trigger guard retains 95% original blue finish and trigger retains strong bright original case colors. The grips are excellent with some minor handling marks mostly on the bottoms with overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with limited corner separation and minor wear.