Original U.S. Smith & Wesson Nickel-Plated First Model Russian No. 3 .44 Revolver with Ivory Grips - Serial 8912 Category_Gahendra Martini Rifles & Parts - 8 September 1942: 38-victories

- 8 September 1942: 38-victories ace Oberfeldwebel Hans Kornatz was downed and injured in air combat

The serial number 21335 is marked on the bottom of the frame on either side of the barrel hinge

with a diagonal zipper at front known as the 1942 Pattern Parachutist Jacket

These pieces are so simply designed they almost convey a look of substantial wear on the surfaces of the bird

but they are not legible

Original U.S. Smith & Wesson Nickel-Plated First Model Russian No. 3 .44 Revolver with Ivory Grips - Serial 8912 Category_Gahendra Martini Rifles & Parts - 8 September 1942: 38-victoriesOriginal Item: Only One available. This is an amazing find! Every young "Old West" fans dream: A real Cowboy Six shooter! This is a very nice U. S. Smith & Wesson First Model Russian No. 3 Revolver, made around 1870. It retains a very large percentage of its Nickel Plating and has lovely aged ivory grips. These were identical to the Russian Contract models, except for the markings. The S&W Model No. 3 was introduced in 1869 as the U. S. Army's