Only an estimated 220 Model 3A revolvers were manufactured in 1863 (only a few with brass frames). "J. REID. N.Y. CITY/PATD. APL. 28, 1863" marked barrel. Matching serial numbers. Provenance: The Milan J. Turk Collection
Good overall with smooth gray patina on the iron, scattered moderate pitting, attractive aged patina on the frame, traces of original silver under the grips, a few small chips in the grips, and a crack at the bottom of the right grip. Mechanically fine.
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