FINE CASED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER.

FINE CASED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER. SN 16171. Cal. 32 S&W Long RF. Blue finish with 6″ oct bbl with rib, German silver half moon front sight and 1-line “SMITH & WESSON. SPRINGFIELD. MASS.” address. It has usual unfluted 6-shot cyl with patent dates part way around the circumference. Mounted with smooth 2-pc ivory grips. The assembly number “C4” was noted on left heel of grip frame, under grip, on rear face of bbl lug and on front face of cylinder. Accompanied by a green velvet lined mahogany casing compartmented in bottom for revolver, what appears to be a full box of Union Metallic Cartridge Co. No. 2 pistol cartridges that has the line drawing of a Smith & Wesson Old Model 1-1/2 on top and an orange label. Also accompanying is a formed wire cleaning rod that may be a modern addition. Front of box is compartmented for the box of ammunition with two other empty compartments. This revolver was produced prior to the cessation of hostilities of the Civil War and most likely would have served during the Civil War. PROVENANCE: Fred B. McDonald Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine to very fine, all matching except grips which are unnumbered. Overall retains about 70% glossy orig blue with balance flaked, not worn to medium patina with slight muzzle edge wear and front edge of cyl wear. Grips are fine with good edges and retain a wonderful mellow ivory patina and may be period of use replacement. Cylinder retains 65-70% strong orig blue with all patent dates legible. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bore with a few scattered spots of pitting. Case has repaired corners in bottom with a grain check in the top and overall shows heavy wear with traces of orig finish and heavy wear & soil. Interior is moderately soiled with some wear from the cyl & muzzle areas. Box of cartridges is fine with moderately faded label & light soil. Box is sealed in plastic and was not opened to check cartridges. Cleaning rod is fine. 4-41406 JR113 (2,000-4,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2011

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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	2263	$2,875.00	FINE CASED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER. SN 16171. Cal. 32 S&W Long RF. Blue finish with 6″ oct bbl with rib, German silver half moon front sight and 1-line “SMITH & WESSON. SPRINGFIELD. MASS.” address. It has usual unfluted 6-shot cyl with patent dates part way around the circumference. Mounted with smooth 2-pc ivory grips. The assembly number “C4” was noted on left heel of grip frame, under grip, on rear face of bbl lug and on front face of cylinder. Accompanied by a green velvet lined mahogany casing compartmented in bottom for revolver, what appears to be a full box of Union Metallic Cartridge Co. No. 2 pistol cartridges that has the line drawing of a Smith & Wesson Old Model 1-1/2 on top and an orange label. Also accompanying is a formed wire cleaning rod that may be a modern addition. Front of box is compartmented for the box of ammunition with two other empty compartments. This revolver was produced prior to the cessation of hostilities of the Civil War and most likely would have served during the Civil War. PROVENANCE: Fred B. McDonald Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine to very fine, all matching except grips which are unnumbered. Overall retains about 70% glossy orig blue with balance flaked, not worn to medium patina with slight muzzle edge wear and front edge of cyl wear. Grips are fine with good edges and retain a wonderful mellow ivory patina and may be period of use replacement. Cylinder retains 65-70% strong orig blue with all patent dates legible. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bore with a few scattered spots of pitting. Case has repaired corners in bottom with a grain check in the top and overall shows heavy wear with traces of orig finish and heavy wear & soil. Interior is moderately soiled with some wear from the cyl & muzzle areas. Box of cartridges is fine with moderately faded label & light soil. Box is sealed in plastic and was not opened to check cartridges. Cleaning rod is fine. 4-41406 JR113 (2,000-4,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2011 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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