.38 S&W. 3.25" barrel. SN: 71881. Finish buffed down and faded to mottled brown overall mounting hardrubber S&W marked grips, pinned front blade and rear latch notch sights. Single action five-chamber top break revolver with automatic ejection and spur trigger. Fluted barrel rib shows two-line address and patent mark showing patent dates ranging from 1865 to 1880. {ANTIQUE}

Good. Bore is Dark with patina throughout, some oxidized spots, and some residues in chamber. Metal finish is a mottled gray to brown overall with traces of nickel on hammer. Grips worn flat with handling scratches and abrasions. Needs mechanical attention, action shows sluggish timing with weak lockup.