Description
Antique S&W 44 Double Action Revolver: 44 Russian, circa 1895, with nickel-plated 5in. barrel, raised sighting-rib signed by the maker and with patent dates to 1880, crescent fore-sight, break-open auto-ejecting frame with blued release catch, fluted cylinder with distinctive double notch locking slots, chequered hard-rubber grips embossed with the 'S&W' trademark monogram, blued trigger guard bow, the whole retaining the majority of its original nickel-plated finish and colour. Bore is shiny with strong rifling and minor patches of frosting, mechanically fine with tight lockup and correct timing. Cylinder serial number matches frame. SER# 8319
