Scarce Smith & Wesson 1st Model Revolver Gutta Percha Case. Scarce early case 7-7/8" long x 4-1/8"w x 1-3/8" tall. It has the first model second issue revolver embossed on the lid with a shield and arabesque corners with tiny revolvers as the border. It is lined with pressed burgundy velvet in the lid and faded rose colored velvet in the bottom with a bbl rest and a cartridge block containing 10 copper case cartridges. The bottom of the box has a matching border of tiny revolvers. Condition: Very fine. Lid has two or three small chips in the edges and a small crack near the front left corner, otherwise is completely sound. Lid lining is extremely fine while the bottom lining is faded and moderately soiled. Hammer rest is missing leaving a bullet shaped space.Starts at: US $750
The seller apparently has three boxes up presently.
No, the revolver is not included.
Closed at: US $2,600.00
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