SCARCE CASED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1 FIRST ISSUE 5TH TYPE SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER.

SCARCE CASED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1 FIRST ISSUE 5TH TYPE SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER. SN 5019. Cal. 22 Short. Blue & silver finish with 3-1/4″ keyhole shaped bbl, German silver half moon front sight with rear sight notch in cylinder latch. It has the articulated hammer nose, a spur trigger & matching numbered smooth rosewood grips. Accompanied by an orig blue velvet lined Smith & Wesson Model 1 First Issue 2nd Type Gutta Percha case with raised representation of this type of revolver along with the Smith & Wesson information on the lid. Interior of case has embossed designs in the blue velvet lining of lid & a faded burgundy lining in the base. Bottom of case has bbl rest & a cartridge block for 57 cartridges. Also accompanied by a Smith & Wesson factory letter fully identifying this revolver as found with shipment July 7, 1859 to J.W. Storrs, New York City, NY, Smith & Wesson’s sole agent from 1857-1869. Letter also states that the Gutta Percha cases “were purchased as separate items by the distributor”. Letter further states that this model was introduced in 1857 & manufactured until Feb. 1860 with a total production of 11,600 revolvers and that there are six recognized engineering changes to the Model 1, this one being identified as a fifth variation. PROVENANCE: Wm. J. (Bill) Maier Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains about 40% strong orig factory blue in sheltered areas with balance, primarily side flats, a blue/brown patina. Cylinder is a light brown patina. Frame retains about 95% orig silver with some fine bubbling on sides of top strap & around top of recoil shields. Grips are sound showing moderate wear with a few light nicks & scratches & retain about 90% orig piano varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with moderate to heavy pitting. Case is very fine with repaired hinges that are barely noticeable, otherwise exterior appears to be fine. Lid lining is lightly faded with impression from cylinder & grip. Bottom is heavily faded with moderate soil & wear. Cartridge block is intact. 4-35088 JR342 (5,000-8,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2008

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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	2400	$4,600.00	SCARCE CASED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1 FIRST ISSUE 5TH TYPE SPUR TRIGGER REVOLVER. SN 5019. Cal. 22 Short. Blue & silver finish with 3-1/4″ keyhole shaped bbl, German silver half moon front sight with rear sight notch in cylinder latch. It has the articulated hammer nose, a spur trigger & matching numbered smooth rosewood grips. Accompanied by an orig blue velvet lined Smith & Wesson Model 1 First Issue 2nd Type Gutta Percha case with raised representation of this type of revolver along with the Smith & Wesson information on the lid. Interior of case has embossed designs in the blue velvet lining of lid & a faded burgundy lining in the base. Bottom of case has bbl rest & a cartridge block for 57 cartridges. Also accompanied by a Smith & Wesson factory letter fully identifying this revolver as found with shipment July 7, 1859 to J.W. Storrs, New York City, NY, Smith & Wesson’s sole agent from 1857-1869. Letter also states that the Gutta Percha cases “were purchased as separate items by the distributor”. Letter further states that this model was introduced in 1857 & manufactured until Feb. 1860 with a total production of 11,600 revolvers and that there are six recognized engineering changes to the Model 1, this one being identified as a fifth variation. PROVENANCE: Wm. J. (Bill) Maier Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains about 40% strong orig factory blue in sheltered areas with balance, primarily side flats, a blue/brown patina. Cylinder is a light brown patina. Frame retains about 95% orig silver with some fine bubbling on sides of top strap & around top of recoil shields. Grips are sound showing moderate wear with a few light nicks & scratches & retain about 90% orig piano varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with moderate to heavy pitting. Case is very fine with repaired hinges that are barely noticeable, otherwise exterior appears to be fine. Lid lining is lightly faded with impression from cylinder & grip. Bottom is heavily faded with moderate soil & wear. Cartridge block is intact. 4-35088 JR342 (5,000-8,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2008 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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