Smith Number 1 question

[David LaPell]

A friend of mine has a Smith Model 1, in excellent shape, the nickel finish is excellent, the grips are very nice, nearly perfect, and it works. What would one of them go for normally?

 

[deadin]

Are you asking about a No.1 (.22 Short)? If so, which model (issue)? 1st, 2nd or 3rd.?

 

[Masterpiece]

Frame Differences!!

1st, 2nd or 3rd.?

David,

If it's Original & Nickel-Plated it's a Model 1 3rd Issue!! 1st & 2nd Issues had Silver-Plated Frames w/Blued Barrels & Cylinders unless Special-Ordered otherwise!! The easiest way to tell is 1st & 2nd Issues have Square Butt Configurations & 3rd Issues are a Birdshead Butt Configuration!! Also, if possible, a photo would surely help us give you a reasonable assessment of it's value!! Hope this helps!!

 

[David LaPell]

It's a 3rd issue, I can't get a photo but the gun is all original and is very nice and clean. It is definitely a #1 in .22 short.