SOLD but check my ads for more antique handguns - Featured is an antique, all matching Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 single action revolver chambered in the popular and reliable .44 Russian round. These can be purchased in cowboy loads from rustywood.ca or reloaded using cut down .44 magnum or .44 special brass. As an antique, this handgun requires no licensing or registration to buy or own in Canada. Do your own legal research!
This particular example is serial number 103XX, dating its manufacture to the early-mid 1880s, as production started in 1878. As a nearly 140 year old gun that has been very well used, the mechanical condition leaves a lot to be desired. I will describe all that I have noticed - if you have additional questions please call me. The top break latch is lacking a spring so it has some significant play accordingly (can slip open if held upside down). The originally 6-7 inch barrel on this bad boy has been professionally shortened to 5" post production for a more covert profile, and although evenly oxidized the bore still has strong lands and grooves enough to put a good spin on some lead. The ejector functions. The cylinder threads are worn so the cylinder can be pulled off relatively easily, but it stays in place otherwise. It has some wiggle in the lockup but indexes nicely and gets tight for firing. The internals are in great shape, no rusting or missing parts. Strong mainspring and trigger spring, and the hamme cocks to all 3 positions as it should.
Visually, the overall look is good. The wood grips are a quite finely made of a solid hardwood, although I believe they are replacements. The surface is smooth with a classic "antique" grey patina and free of any major pitting. Most of the Smith & Wesson Massachusetts address and patent lines are visible on the top strap. An excellent and dependable example from a world renowned manufacturer.
Must be 18
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Comes with FRT report
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