RARE SMITH & WESSON WELLS FARGO 1ST MODEL SCHOFIELD REVOLVER.

RARE SMITH & WESSON WELLS FARGO 1ST MODEL SCHOFIELD REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Schofield. Blued finish, bbl cut to 5-1/8” with usual markings on both sides of the bbl lug strap. Right side is also marked “WF & CO’S EX 159”. Note the transposed numbers. Normally Wells Fargo numbers match the serial number. 2-pc rosewood grips that are unnumbered but appear to be contemporary with the revolver. There are small inspector marks on various parts. SN 195. CONDITION: Good to very good. Retains 15-20% original blue in sheltered areas with the balance a plum-brown patina over fine pitting. Grips are fine with a small hairline on the left side and a large chip on the right side. Mechanics are fine with strong bright bore and scattered light pitting. Some mildly battered screws and possibly a replacement screw in the top strap. An outstanding fine and scarce Wells Fargo revolver. 4-47908 JR15 (Anderson Collection) (2,000-3,500)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2003

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	649	$2,587.00	RARE SMITH & WESSON WELLS FARGO 1ST MODEL SCHOFIELD REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Schofield. Blued finish, bbl cut to 5-1/8” with usual markings on both sides of the bbl lug strap. Right side is also marked “WF & CO’S EX 159”. Note the transposed numbers. Normally Wells Fargo numbers match the serial number. 2-pc rosewood grips that are unnumbered but appear to be contemporary with the revolver. There are small inspector marks on various parts. SN 195. CONDITION: Good to very good. Retains 15-20% original blue in sheltered areas with the balance a plum-brown patina over fine pitting. Grips are fine with a small hairline on the left side and a large chip on the right side. Mechanics are fine with strong bright bore and scattered light pitting. Some mildly battered screws and possibly a replacement screw in the top strap. An outstanding fine and scarce Wells Fargo revolver. 4-47908 JR15 (Anderson Collection) (2,000-3,500) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2003 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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