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Rare S&W New Model No. 3 DA Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:1,250.00 USD Estimated At:2,500.00 - 4,000.00 USD
Rare S&W New Model No. 3 DA Revolver
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA 92606
Rare Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Double Action Revolver, #216, .38 Winchester Ctg. (.38-40), 6-1/2'' barrel, nickel finish, factory pearl grips with S&W medallions. One of just 276 mfg'd between 1900-1910. This revolver was shipped to Hibbard, Spencer & Bartlett, Chicago, IL, on May 29, 1907, with all features verified by factory letter. Condition is very good to near fine retaining approx. 92% original factory nickel with most of the losses to high edges of cylinder with very light spotting overall. Grips remain in excellent condition with no losses or cracks. Action is good and tight, bore is mirror bright. Est.: $2,500-$4,000. (C&R)