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U.S. Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Single Action Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military / Hand Guns - Revolvers Start Price:3,500.00 USD Estimated At:7,000.00 - 10,000.00 USD
U.S. Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Single Action Revolver
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U.S. Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Single Action Revolver

Manufactured for the U.S. military circa 1875 with a total production of approximately 3,035. The revolver is marked with the two-line address/patent dates on the left side of the ejector housing flanked by elongated Maltese crosses. The right side of the ejector housing is marked "+SCHOFIELD'S PAT. APR. 22D 1873+". The butt is marked "U.S." on the toe along with the serial number "1390". The rear cylinder face is stamped with the matching serial number and Ordnance sub-inspector's "L" and "P", which are also marked on the bottom flat of the ejector housing. The grips are smooth walnut with a script letter cartouche on the left panel and the matching serial number stamped on the inside of the right panel. Many Schofield revolvers were issued to the 4th Cavalry which saw service in the "Geronimo Campaign" and the famous 9th and 10th U.S. Cavalry comprised of the "Buffalo Soldiers" stationed in the American Southwest.

Manufacture: Smith & Wesson
Model: Schofield
BBL: 7 inch solid rib
Stock:
Gauge:
Finish: blue
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 1390

Fine. The revolver retains 50% original blue finish with smooth gray and brown patina on the balance. The hammer retains 25% original bright case colors with a smooth mottled brown patina on the balance. The trigger guard has a smooth brown patina. The grips are very good with some lower edge wear and a few dings on the bottoms. The cartouche is light but legible. The action is fine.