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LOT 63
Smith & Wesson No. 3 American 2nd Model Single Action Revolver Inscribed to
Louis Timmer - Serial no. 18586, 44 S&W American cal., 5 inch solid rib bbl., nickel finish, antique ivory grips. This model was only manufactured from 1872 to 1874. The front sight has been added and the barrel has been
shortened during its time of use. A provision for a lanyard ring (filler screw) is present
on the butt. Matching assembly numbers are found on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel
latch and barrel. The back strap is inscribed “Louis Timmer.” Research shows Louis
Timmer (1835-1919) is recorded as buried in San Antonio and appears to have been a
German immigrant from Hanover who was the proprietor of multiple saloons/hotels in
the Southwest in the late 19th century. His establishments included at least: “Timmer House” (formerly the Exchange Hotel) in Silver City, New Mexico, Armjijo Hotel in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and the Southern Hotel in San Antonio. He also had some claims in the silver mining district in New Mexico. Timmer Way in Silver City is named for him.
CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 90% original nickel finish with high edge wear and flaking on the balance. The grips are fine with typical age cracking on the bottoms, minor handling evidence and attractive mellow aged appearance. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection; Property of a Gentleman.
Estimate: 4,000 - 6,000
LOT 64
Scarce U.S./Wells Fargo Smith & Wesson Second Model Schofield Revolver - Serial no. 3753, 45 S&W Schofield cal., 5 inch solid rib bbl.,
nickel finish, walnut grips. U.S. inspection marks “W” and “P” are on the barrel and rear cylinder face. “US” is marked on the butt. The revolver was one of a number sold
as government surplus by Hartley & Graham or Bannerman, who shortened the barrel to 5 inches, and was purchased by Wells Fargo. The Wells Fargo marking “W.F. & CO. EX 3753” is stamped under the Schofield patent marking on the right side of the ejector housing. The
back of both grip panels have a Mielcarek & Sons gunsmith ink stamp. Matching serial numbers are on the butt, right grip panel and cylinder. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 85% period retailer applied nickel plating with the balance a smooth dark patina. The grips are very good with hand marked letters “RgExp” (right panel), high edge wear and minor handling marks with a series of dings on the butt. The extractor does not retract correctly, otherwise action functions properly.
Estimate: 4,500 - 6,500
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