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Smith and Wesson .32 Caliber Single-Action Revolver, serial no. 94421

Smith & Wesson

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Smith & Wesson .32 Caliber Single-Action Revolver by Smith & Wesson. The revolver has a curved handle with a bulbous bottom. The handle is decorated with intricate engravings. A floral pattern covers the handle and frame. The grip has a rounded pommel with engravings. The cylinder and barrel are long and thin. A hammer is at the rear of the frame. The trigger guard is underneath the frame. The background of the image is light grey.

Artwork details

Date:
1892–93
Medium:
Steel, silver, niello, nickel
Culture:
American, Springfield, Massachusetts and New York
Dimensions:
599 × 437 px
Museum record:
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