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Civil War Production Smith & Wesson Model No. 2 Army Single Action Revolver

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Civil War Production Smith & Wesson Model No. 2 Army Single Action Revolver
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Estimate: $1000 - 1600
The Model No. 2 Army began production just prior to the start of the Civil War and quickly became popular, especially among Union officers. However the Model No. 2 was never officially adopted by the army. Blade front sight with notched top strap rear sight. The top of the barrel is marked with the Springfield address and the cylinder marked "PATENTED APRIL 3, 1855, JULY 5, 1859 & DEC 18, 1860." around the center. The serial number is marked on the butt and stamped on the inside of the right grip panel and the assembly number "G 10" is marked on the frame under the grip, front cylinder face, and back of the barrel lug. Six round unfluted cylinder, smooth spur trigger, casehardened checkered hammer, with smooth rosewood grips on a square butt. The butt is period crudely marked "M x NEFF"
BBL: 6 inch octagon ribbed
Stock:
Gauge: 32 RF
Finish: blue
Grips: rosewood
Serial Number: 33446
Condition: Very good. The metal surfaces have mottled brownish gray patina, with some scattered minor pitting and spotting. The grips are fair with a chip on the left heel, a couple of minor gouges, some lower edge wear, with some scattered minor dings and dents. The markings are clear. The barrel hinge is tight and the action is very good.