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Lot 82:New York Engraved Smith & Wesson .32 Single Action Revolver

May 19th, 2023|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 82:New York Engraved Smith & Wesson .32 Single Action Revolver

May 19th, 2023|Rock Island, IL
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Presentation Cased New York Panel Scene Engraved Smith & Wesson .32 Single Action Revolver with Pearl Grips

Manufactured from 1878 to 1892. Offered here is an early model of S&W's .32 Single Action revolver as it was built with the strain screw found under the grips. The revolver is decorated with wonderful L.D. Nimschke New York engraving. Profuse floral scrollwork on a punch dot background is engraved on the sides of the barrel, sides of the frame and cylinder. Amongst the scrollwork on the side plate is a finely detailed vignette of a sailing ship. Zig-Zag line patterns adorn the sides of the barrel rib and the rear of the cylinder. The back strap features floral and dot and line motifs. The barrel rib has the two-line S&W address/patent date marking, and additional patent dates are marked on the top strap. Fitted with a set of pearl grips. Matching serial numbers appear on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder, barrel, and barrel latch. Includes a deluxe period leather bound French cut case lined in white and blue silk, likely a product of Hartley & Graham in New York City.

ConditionExcellent, retaining 97% original nickel plating and crisp engraving. The hammer retains 95% plus of the vivid original case colors. The grips are also excellent with limited handling marks and attractive fiery colors. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good with overall wear. An awesome panel scene New York engraved top break revolver that will look great in any S&W or firearms art collection!
Details
ManufacturerSmith & Wesson
Model32 Single Action
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge32 S&W
Barrel3 1/2 inch solid rib
Finishnickel
Grippearl

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1862
Catalog page77
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