Smith & Wesson .32 Safety Hammerless First Model – Engraved, With Ivory Grips

ON HOLD for Mike L. for 45 Days — Oct. 1, 2025 — A Smith & Wesson .32 S&W Safety Hammerless (“lemon Squeezer’) First Model -Engraved, with period ivory grips.  This is a dandy little .32 in its original un-numbered factory burgundy box that is in nice condition! These were manufactured from 1888 to 1902. This one is from an early series. (Serial # 5755X  — so circa 1892.) The ivory grips are in excellent condition, showing just minor age discoloration.  This revolver has 50% original nickel finish with a nice even pattern of thinning, mainly on the barrel. The period engraving is floral pattern on the barrel, top strap, frame, and even the cylinder. Excellent mechanical condition. Bore is quite nice, mostly shiny, with quite distinct rifling.  The frame, top strap and cylinder all have matching numbers. No visible rust or pitting.  It cycles fine and locks up fairly tightly.  The cylinder latch and the ejector both function perfectly.  The engraving is definitely “period”, nicely done, and showing no signs of wear.  There are traces of case color hardening on the trigger. All-in-all this is a dandy S&W that is both collectible and shootable.  (EMPK-408)