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Lot 6267: Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver with Pearl Grips

A.L. "Gat" Howard Attributed Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver with Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 17, 2023

Lot 6267: Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver with Pearl Grips

A.L. "Gat" Howard Attributed Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver with Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 17, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000

A.L. "Gat" Howard Attributed Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver with Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: New Model No 3
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 44 S&W Russian
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: pearl
Stock:
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Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

OC - FINE- all original parts; over 30% original finish, sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal and wood; minor marks in wood.

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

The included factory letter lists this revolver as having shipped January 28, 1890 to a "A. L. Harvard". Harvard is believed to be a misreading of hand written records and the name should be A. L. Howard. Howard was an American sent by Colt to demonstrate the Gatling gun who distinguished himself in the Northwest Rebellion, was a major stock holder in Dominion Cartridge Co., and commanded the Canadian Scouts in the Boer War until he was killed in action on February 17, 1901. Provenance: The Supica Collection

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