Original U.S. Smith & Wesson Nickel-Plated First Model Russian No. 3 .44 Revolver with Ivory Grips - Serial 8912 Receiver with lots of the factory

with lots of the factory darkening

The unique design also made it possible for users of the revolvers to swap barrels in a matter of seconds

The very strong grain makes it quite attractive

the front still has a genuine WWI USMC EGA Badge

Markiewicz had been wounded but managed to bale out and was captured

Original U.S. Smith & Wesson Nickel-Plated First Model Russian No. 3 .44 Revolver with Ivory Grips - Serial 8912 Receiver with lots of the factoryOriginal Item: Only One available. This is an amazing find! Every young "Old West" fans dream: A real Cowboy Six shooter! This is a very nice U. S. Smith & Wesson First Model Russian No. 3 Revolver, made around 1870. It retains a very large percentage of its Nickel Plating and has lovely aged ivory grips. These were identical to the Russian Contract models, except for the markings. The S&W Model No. 3 was introduced in 1869 as the U. S. Army's