The Smith & Wesson Model 1 was the first metallic cartridge arm with a bored-through cylinder. This model was produced by Smith & Wesson from 1857 to 1860 in six various types. This particular revolver is a Model One, 1st Issue, 3th Type and features a blade front and notch rear sights, 7 round un-fluted cylinder, spur trigger, silver plated brass frame with blue barrel and cylinder, and fitted with two-piece smooth rosewood grips which are numbered to the gun. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address.

Fine. The barrel retains half of the faded original blue finish which is mostly in the protected area of the rib. The balance of the barrel, the cylinder and ejection rod have a smooth mottled brownish patina with some minor pitting on the cylinder. The frame retains 97% original silver plating with wear on the edges and some darkening with age. The grips are very good with a small chip on the right toe, some minor chipping along the lower edges and scattered minor dings and dents. There is some very minor play in the barrel hinge, otherwise the action is fine. The markings are clear.