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Rare S&W Model 3 Schofield 2nd Model SA Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:2,000.00 USD Estimated At:4,000.00 - 6,000.00 USD
Rare S&W Model 3 Schofield 2nd Model SA Revolver
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Rare Smith & Wesson Model 3 Schofield Second Model Single Action Revolver, #4063, .45 S&W cal., 7'' barrel, blue finish, walnut grips. Mfg'd 1876. Condition is fine with approx. 50%+ original bright finish remaining, the remainder turning to a grey/brown patina. All matching visible serial numbers. Minor denting near muzzle and around triggerguard retaining pin, and micro-scratching to remainder of surface. 1873 patent date is missing from left side barrel address (barrel serial number is matching). Cylinder is matching with ''WP'' inspector's marks. Butt is ''US'' marked with rack number ''298'' on rear gripstrap behind hammer. Walnut grips are double cartouched and dated 1876 with ''W'' inspector's mark on bottom of left panel and matching serial number on inside of right panel. Action is crisp, bore and chambers are bright and will probably clean to excellent. Est.: $4,000-$6,000. (Antique)