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Smith and Wesson N°3 Revolver case with additional stock, finished by Gastinne Renette.
United States - 1872 to 1874
Steel and wood
Overall length Total: 36cm; Barrel length: 8 inches (203mm)
Caliber: 44 S&W
Smith & Wesson N°3 second model revolver. Round, rifled bore, tilting barrel with recessed top band, marked on top:
SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS USA PAT JULY 10 60 JAN 17 FEB 17 JULY 11 65 & AUG 24-69.
The original marking is completed by the inscription Fini par Gastinne Renette on one side and à Paris on the other.
Half-moon handlebars modified and dovetailed. Modified double rear sight.
Grooved, six-chamber barrel. Collective extractor.
Single-action operation. Central percussion.
Jaspered trigger guard and hammer.
Selected wood stock plates. The frame is equipped with a shaped piece designed to receive the additional stock.
Serial number on the heel and on a plate: 21981.
Bolt, cylinder, barrel and frame numbered 848.
90% blue finish.
Walnut stock.
This Smith & Wesson is in mint condition. Inside barrel and mirrored chambers; perfect rifling. Also mechanically sound.
The wooden case is covered in black percaline, with a monogram on the grip. The interior is lined with burgundy felt and a screwdriver.
Item no.: 5293
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
According to article L311-2 of the French Code de la sécurité intérieure, this collector's weapon is classified in category D. It is free to acquire and hold. We remind you that their sale is forbidden to minors.
Ref: R89JR2GRG9