Original U.S. Smith & Wesson Nickel-Plated First Model Russian No. 3 .44 Revolver with Ivory Grips - Serial 8912 Receiver "Alcoso" arch shaped and below

"Alcoso" arch shaped and below the town of business

with lots of the factory darkening

reverse is a worn maker mark reading Ames MFG

Markiewicz had been wounded but managed to bale out and was captured

The unique design also made it possible for users of the revolvers to swap barrels in a matter of seconds

Original U.S. Smith & Wesson Nickel-Plated First Model Russian No. 3 .44 Revolver with Ivory Grips - Serial 8912 Receiver "Alcoso" arch shaped and belowOriginal Item: Only One available. This is an amazing find! Every young "Old West" fans dream: A real Cowboy Six shooter! This is a very nice U. S. Smith & Wesson First Model Russian No. 3 Revolver, made around 1870. It retains a very large percentage of its Nickel Plating and has lovely aged ivory grips. These were identical to the Russian Contract models, except for the markings. The S&W Model No. 3 was introduced in 1869 as the U. S. Army's