1891 Target w/ Extra Barrel

[BenTolson]

I've been asked by a friend to gather information on this pistol. Would like to pursue a factory letter if possible. He does intend to sell it along with some other quality antique Colt pistols. I'm going to take them to the Texas Gun Collector Show next month as well as Tulsa in November. I'm open to constructive input. Thanks.

 

[BenTolson]

I know this is the S&W forum, but I figured a couple of other items might be appreciated.
First, a Colt #1 derringer,


Second, a Remington 1858 in .44


To be completely honest, all of these are way out of my league & far above my knowledge base. But I'm having a lot of fun researching them.

 

[wlw-19958]

Hi There,

Neat guns! I think the Remington is an 1875 model
and not an 1858.

Cheers!
Webb

 

[glowe]

First thing is to determine if the barrel is serial numbered to the gun? Look up between the top latch on the rear face of the top-strap with a magnifying glass. The bottom of the latch should also have a serial number. If matching, it brings the value up considerably. These combination sets are very scarce and important to collectors and they only made around 28,000 38 SA, 3rd Model revolvers as well. They originally came with a case and accessories. There is a list of combination sets in a book on S&W so if you share the serial number on the butt of the gun, we can check. These barrels could be ordered from the factory as well, and 38 SA owners could simply change out the barrels for target shooting.

They might not match since combination sets almost always have the case and accessories.