Lot 2015: U.S. Smith & Wesson No. 3 American First Model Revolver

Scarce Early Production "Oil Hole" Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Lot 2015: U.S. Smith & Wesson No. 3 American First Model Revolver

Scarce Early Production "Oil Hole" Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000

Price Realized:

Scarce Early Production "Oil Hole" Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson

Model: 3 American

Type: Revolver

Gauge: 44 S&W American

Barrel: 8 inch solid rib

Finish: blue

Grip: walnut

Stock:

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Item Interest: Active

Serial Number:

Class: Antique

Bore Condition: The bore is partially dark with pitting and distinct rifling.

Description:

Factory letter states the revolver was shipped on March 16, 1871 and delivered to U.S. National Armory, Springfield, MA with an 8 inch barrel, blue finish, and smooth walnut grips. "L7799" stamped on frame.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with slight traces of original finish in protected areas, otherwise a gray patina, pitting, modified sights, varnished grips. Mechanically fine.

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Lot 2015: U.S. Smith & Wesson No. 3 American First Model Revolver

Scarce Early Production "Oil Hole" Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Lot 2015: U.S. Smith & Wesson No. 3 American First Model Revolver

Scarce Early Production "Oil Hole" Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Scarce Early Production "Oil Hole" Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

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