Original Item: Only One Available. This is an American classic, first introduced in 1865 and produced continuously until 1892. The Smith & Wesson Model 1 1/2 was Smith & Wesson's second .32 caliber revolver, intended to combine the small size and convenience of the .22 caliber Model 1 with the larger caliber of the 6-shot "belt sized" Model 2, which was introduced in 1860. Chambered in .32 cal, its cylinder held 5 shots. It was produced in three varieties, termed "issues" by S&W, with total production exceeding 223,000.

The First Issue Model 1 1/2 had an non-fluted cylinder and a flat bottomed "square" grip, and was chambered for .32 rimfire ammunition, and approximately 26,000 were produced. The majority were produced with ​3 1⁄2-inch barrels, however a less common 4-inch barrel variety was also sold.  Models were available in blued or nickel-plated finishes.

This is a nice strong example of the Model 1 1/2, 1nd Issue Revolver with a standad 3 1/2" barrel. Standard blued finish, now worn and faded, with rosewood grips. Produced by Smith and Wesson from 1865-1868, this was the firm's first iteration of the .32 rimfire tip-up, with a less streamlined look than the later second and third models. The original Smith & Wesson address and patent dates are still easily readable on the top strap:

1st Issue guns were serial numbered consecutively, with numbers ranging from 1 to approximately 26,300, produced between 1865 and 1868. Serial number on this example is 17599 placing it mid-production around 1867. This number is found on the bottom of the grip, as well as on the inside of the right grip scale. There is also assembly number 47 on the grip frame and barrel.

Overall condition is very good, however most of the original finish has been worn off over the years. There is a bit of blue on the hammer, as well as on the cartridge ejector pin under the barrel. There are some areas of light pitting on the barrel right side. The bore, on the other hand, is very nice, with clear lands and grooves, and a mostly bright finish.

The lovely rosewood grips are unfortunately missing most of their original "piano varnish" finish. and the left scale has a repaired crack. Very good screws and pins throughout. Barrel is nice and tight to the frame. Action functions nicely, though as with any revolver of this age, it can be finicky at times.

A really nice example of a classic revolver!

Specifications: 

Years of Manufacture: circa 1867
Caliber: .32cal
Ammunition Type: Rimfire Cartridge
Barrel Length: 3 1/2 inches
Overall Length: 8 1/4 inches
Action: Single
Feed System: 5 Shot Revolver

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