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20FT-1 S&W VOLCANIC PISTOL #36

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20FT-1 S&W VOLCANIC PISTOL #36
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Smith & Wesson Iron Frame Volcanic pistol with an 8” barrel in very good original condition, Serial #36. This 1854 patent lever action repeating pistol was a key link in the development of cartridge arms andWinchester lever actions in particular. Only about 1700 total were produced and about 500 of the No. 2 pistol, which is this type (refer Flayderman 5K-006). The pistol retains considerable original blue mixed with a brown patina and showing exceptional and full address, the grips are also very good plus with slight edge wear, showing normal use. There are a couple of minor screw replacements along with storage marks anddings. There are strong traces of case colors on the hammer along with the correct “Ball” type head on the loading piece and original rear sight. The majority of this model were draw filed and re-engraved byDwain (Dick Pellock) in the 1970’s, but this example is fully sized to the original specifications and not a “Tune Up”. An exceptional iron frame that would be difficult to improve upon and very expensive