{"product_id":"original-u-s-civil-war-smith-wesson-model-2-army-32cal-revolver-with-6-barrel-serial-no-29394","title":"Original U.S. Civil War Smith \u0026 Wesson Model 2 Army .32cal Revolver with 6\" Barrel - Serial No 29394","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent example of a Smith \u0026amp; Wesson .32-caliber rimfire Model 2 Army Revolver, with a 6 inch unshortened barrel. These were very popular as backup weapons for Union officers, used after their percussion revolver's cylinder was spent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serial number is \u003cstrong\u003e29394\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating the year of production to be approximately late 1864, about a 80% of the way through wartime production. The rosewood grips are original and have a matching serial number on the inside of the right scale, and still almost all of the original factory varnish, though there is some wear on the corners. The revolver has a lovely aged patina overall, with some areas of the original blued finish still present, giving it a great look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt still has the original Smith \u0026amp; Wesson address marking nicely marked on top of the barrel rib:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003eSMITH \u0026amp; WESSON SPRINGFIELD. MASS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patent information on the cylinder is also fully intact, a real rarity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePATENTED APRIL 3. 1855. JULY 5.1859 \u0026amp; DEC 18 1860.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, assembly number \u003cstrong\u003e115\u003c\/strong\u003e can be seen on the grip frame under the grips, on the rear of the cylinder, and on the back of the barrel assembly. This is a very nice \"ALL MATCHING\" example, and is definitely the best Model 2 that we have ever had! The revolver cycles great, with good indexing and a firm cylinder lockup. We did not notice any of the usual finicky behavior seen on many old revolvers. The bore is in very good condition, with clear lands and grooves and a mostly bright finish, with just a bit of fouling and oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRevolvers with serial numbers under 35,731 are considered to be civil war guns since they were manufactured before May 1st, 1865. All are 32-caliber rimfire with a six shot non-fluted cylinder. All were manufactured with rosewood grips and blue or nickel-plated finishes. The barrels are marked on top with the manufacturer and patent dates are stamped on the cylinder. Most were made with 6 or 5 inch barrels, with 4 available as a special order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to published sources, 77,155 Model 2 Army revolvers were made. To date, the serial numbers on observed specimens have not substantiated this figure, 76,642 being the highest number noted. Unfortunately, the Smith \u0026amp; Wesson factory records for this period are incomplete and do not give a comprehensive picture of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a rare chance to own a historically significant gun in great condition!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: c.1864-5\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .32cal\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Rimfire Cartridge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length: 6 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 11 inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Single Action \u003cbr\u003eFeed System: 6 Shot Revolver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: International orders of antique firearms MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services (courier). USPS Priority Mail international will not accept these. International customers should always consult their country's antique gun laws prior to ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39915163877445,"sku":"ONJR22BL020","price":1595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONJR22BL020__04.jpg?v=1648658735","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-civil-war-smith-wesson-model-2-army-32cal-revolver-with-6-barrel-serial-no-29394","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}