Original U.S. Smith & Wesson Model 1 2nd Issue .22 Short Revolver in Grade 2 "As Found" Condition - Serial 22418 Flintlock Pistols however in 1843 this should

however in 1843 this should have been made as percussion

The central hub is marked dfb 44

This grip is in very good condition and fits the crossguards like a glove

The top leather retaining strap that secures the cup is rotted and broke

It is in very good condition and totally correct

Original U.S. Smith & Wesson Model 1 2nd Issue .22 Short Revolver in Grade 2 "As Found" Condition - Serial 22418 Flintlock Pistols however in 1843 this shouldOriginal item: One of a Kind. Over the years, IMA has purchased many collections and groups of antique guns, in which case we need to take all of them, as we did in Nepal. While these collections were generally full of guns that relatively good condition, they also had some that were less complete and unfortunately would take more restoration time than we were able to give them. We kept them in storage, possibly for future products, but have now