^Lot 568 Smith & Wesson 1st Model .32-20 Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver

Smith & Wesson 1st Model .32-20 Hand Ejector Double Action Revolver, #8186, .32-20 cal., 6.5" barrel, blue finish, factory checkered hard rubber grips with S&W monogram, half-moon blade front sight, "U"-notched rear sight, color case hardened hammer and trigger. Matching numbers on frame, barrel, cylinder, and extractor star. Right grip is numbered but does not match. Condition is very good, retaining approx. 70% factory high polish blue. Metal shows general wear, scratching, and mild patina/frosting. Factory lettering is clear. Hammer and trigger retain approx. 60% case colors. Grips display light handling wear, with light marks to the smooth borders; checkering detail and S&W monogram are crisp. Action is crisp and cycles smoothly. Bore is very good and bright throughout, there are a few spots of mild roughness visible in the grooves, and the rifling is well-defined. Est.: $300-$500. (C&R/PPT)