I am going to use this fourm in an attempt to better document & understand my antique gun collection. I'm curious to see how much new information I can find (or just clarifications) via all of you.
To kick this off I'm starting with one my absolute favorites. A beautiful Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Wells Fargo of 1875. Interesting article here.
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Here's what I know:
More detail on markings:
Serial # 630 with US stamp. Indicates Standard Model (Flayman's 5th ed).
Left hand side markings. Patent dates of '65, '69, '71 without '73 indicates it's an early production model (Flayman's 5th ed).
Right hand side markings. WF & Co with inventory number.
I don't have a lot of experience judging the condition of arms like this. Old notes from my father say "Exc. Very tight crisp action; 70% blue; Way above average!"
Thoughts & comments?
Thanks!
To kick this off I'm starting with one my absolute favorites. A beautiful Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Wells Fargo of 1875. Interesting article here.
All images clickable to see higher res versions...
Here's what I know:
- This is a S&W First Model Schofield Single Action. Made in 1875. Total 3,035 made.
- Serial # 630
- Sold as govt surplus to Schuyler, Hartley & Graham, N.Y. dealers who in turn sold them to Wells Fargo. WF & Co. inventory # 875.
- First Model Schofield's normally have 7" bbls. These Wells Fargo models have 5" bbl.s
More detail on markings:
Serial # 630 with US stamp. Indicates Standard Model (Flayman's 5th ed).
Left hand side markings. Patent dates of '65, '69, '71 without '73 indicates it's an early production model (Flayman's 5th ed).
Right hand side markings. WF & Co with inventory number.
I don't have a lot of experience judging the condition of arms like this. Old notes from my father say "Exc. Very tight crisp action; 70% blue; Way above average!"
Thoughts & comments?
Thanks!