Hey all.
I'm looking for a little help identifying an antique revolver that belongs to my grandfather.

I have included some pictures of the revolver. and i would be more than happy to take more specific ones if it would help.

It was won as 1st prize in a shooting contest in 1884. It has a 5 inch rounded barrel and a spur trigger.

Thanks for any help.

Full View.


Grip/rear.


Barrel.


Serial Number.


Hammer.


Trigger.


Stamp on top of barrel.
"Smith and Wesson SpringField Mass U.S.A. PAT'D 1917
c 24 65 July 11 65 July 25 71 May 11 1880"


and

It's a .38 Single Single Action, Second Model. With the longer barrel and target-type front sight (if it is original), it's a less common configuration.
I think the grips have been changed. The .38 Single Actions typically had a different checkering pattern and block letter S&W on their hard rubber grips.

I don't think it would cost much to put it back in shooting condition. The good thing is that cylinders from several of the double action models should fit (although they won't match the serial number). The buggered trigger screw and mainspring strain screw can be swapped or fixed. I would suggest sending it to Dave Chicoine www.oldwestgunsmith.com for evaluation and repair. He's the master. He's in NC. The good thing is that shipping it to him won't cost an arm and leg. It's a bona fide antique and can be shipped through the post office by any individual. It is no longer considered a firearm. Good luck!

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Chris
SWCA #2243 SWHF #292

wow. thank you for the fast reply.

that appears to be it. and i appreciate the extra information.
have a good one!

What happened to the cylinder?

we have it, it just stayed locked up. it was just removed to show the gun to family members and photograph it.

Is the cylinder the same serial number as the frame? Is it nickel plated? I'm unclear as to what the purpose was to remove it for a photo, or not tell us that was the case in your original posting? Next time please send pics of all the item, it will help us get you a better answer. Thanks, Ed #15