Standard Model 1 1/2.  This is the second issue with the more stream-lined look featuring birds head grip, fluted cylinder, and round barrel.  Barrel measures 3 1/2". 5 shot cylinder in .32 Rimfire.  This was the final version of the .32 caliber RF tip-up S&W before they switched over to the top-break frame. 1 1/2's were built from 1865-68 for the first issue with its improved 2nd issue manufactured from 1868-1875.  SN# is in the 100,000 range. Overall, NRA Antique Excellent condition.  95% original nickel plating that has turned to an attractive frosted appearance from being untouched for many years (will shine back up with just a little rubbing if desired).  The nickel is almost all there with a minor spots of flaking primarily the cylinder and ejector pin.  Case colors on hammer are mottled and turning to a brown patina.  Excellent markings and edges throughout with 1855, 59, and 65 Patent dates atop the barrel rib.  Dark rosewood grips are in VG+ condition with traces of varnish. Perfect fit to the metal with no chips, cracks, or repairs.  Barrel to frame lock-up is perfect with absolutely zero play or wobble.  Very good action and bore has good rifling with some scattered pits.  A nice clean example of an early Frontier-era S&W revolver.

Item# 0853

$495.00