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Antique S& W Large Frame 1st Model Frontier Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD
Antique S& W Large Frame 1st Model Frontier Revolver
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Antique Smith & Wesson Large Frame Double Action First Model Frontier Revolver, #3473, .44-40 cal., 5'' round barrel marked with two-line S& W address followed by eight 1865-1880 patent dates on top rib, 6-shot fluted 1-9/16'' long cylinder with distinctive long grooves between the two sets of stop notches, checkered brown hard rubber two-piece grips having an entwined ''S& W'' monogram within a raised panel. Originally finished in full nickel plating with case hardened hammer and trigger. Mfg'd 1881-1898, this low number being from early production. Condition is very good retaining approx. 15% nickel (hard to discern as colors match) with scattered roughness, and traces of case hardening. Grips are lovely showing only minor wear, sharp checkering and nice relief details. Action is crisp and smooth; bore is frosted with sharp rifling; tip-up barrel hinge is strong. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)