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Fine Civil War Production Smith & Wesson Model No. 2 Army Single Action Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,600.00 USD
Fine Civil War Production Smith & Wesson Model No. 2 Army Single Action Revolver
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Manufactured from 1861 to 1874, the Model No. 2 Army began production just prior to the start of the Civil War and quickly became popular, especially among Union officers. However the Model No. 2 was never officially adopted by the U.S. Army. Blade front sight with notched top strap rear sight. The top of the barrel is marked with the Springfield address and the cylinder marked "PATENTED APRIL 3, 1855, JULY 5, 1859 & DEC 18, 1860." around the center. The serial number is marked on the butt and stamped on the inside of the right grip panel and the assembly number "556" is marked on the frame under the grip, front cylinder face, and back of the barrel lug. Six round unfluted cylinder, smooth spur trigger, casehardened checkered hammer, with smooth rosewood grips on a square butt.
BBL: 6 inch octagon solid rib
Stock:
Gauge: 32 RF
Finish: blue
Grips: rosewood
Serial Number: 19630
Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 30% plus original blue finish with a scattered smooth brown and gray patina on the balance. The hammer retains 60% of the original casehardened finish. The slightly undersized grips are very fine with most of the original varnish, some very minor lower edge wear and a few minor dings and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.