Posted By: shumpertdavid
Smith & Wesson top break I.d. Help - 05/01/18 04:41 AM
I've not been able to pin point the model of this .38 Smith & Wesson revolver. It fits certain parts of the model 2 and 3 bit doesn't have all the characteristics of either. It's a single action 5 shot (I believe, been a little while since I've looked at it). Grips are real ivory, cylinder locks up tight, and action feels good. I haven't fired it and not sure I have any ammo at the moment. Mainly just trying to get a positive I.d. for my records and possibly a value as well. I can get take more photos and info if needed.
Thank you, David
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Posted By: NORML as can be
Re: Smith & Wesson top break I.d. Help - 05/01/18 08:22 AM
1st model (a.k.a. Baby Russian)?
Posted By: shumpertdavid
Re: Smith & Wesson top break I.d. Help - 05/01/18 02:34 PM
Doesn't appear to be a "Baby Russian" based on the photo's I've seen
Posted By: Buzzsaw
Re: Smith & Wesson top break I.d. Help - 05/01/18 02:40 PM
send these pictures and S# to Smith and Wesson, they can tell you for sure about your gun.
you will get some good guesses here.
Posted By: shumpertdavid
Re: Smith & Wesson top break I.d. Help - 05/01/18 03:00 PM
Thank you buzzsaw, I sent a request to Smith & Wesson, I'll report any findings they send back.
Posted By: HWY_MAN
Re: Smith & Wesson top break I.d. Help - 05/01/18 06:04 PM
Third model has the trigger guard.
Posted By: shumpertdavid
Re: Smith & Wesson top break I.d. Help - 05/03/18 02:38 AM
Smith & Wesson said it was manufactured 1876-1877 and recommended I visit the Smith & Wesson historical foundation for more information. I'll either post in their forums for info or send of the required information and $75 for a letter of authenticity
Posted By: shumpertdavid
Re: Smith & Wesson top break I.d. Help - 05/30/18 12:24 AM
Posted By: luv2brode
Re: Smith & Wesson top break I.d. Help - 05/30/18 12:48 AM
new model 3 gets my vote
I have baby Russian (no trigger guard)
had to but some 38 s&w ammo so I could shoot it. shoots well but due to age I wont shoot it again
thinking about selling it to someone that collects
Posted By: shumpertdavid
Re: Smith & Wesson top break I.d. Help - 09/20/18 06:54 PM
I forgot about this thread, I received my letter June 28, 2018
Model #3 Target chambered in 38-44, it shipped from the factory Feb, 19, 1894 and sold to Ira Mournian. It shipped with 6.5" barrel, adjustable rear target sights, nickel finish, and ivory grips.