A Smith & Wesson Model 1 1/2 revolver in .32 rimfire with a 3.5-inch barrel, serial 84215, produced in the early 1870s. It is engraved in the New York style to a standard the supplier calls well above the usual, with traits that recall L. D. Nimschke, though the supplier does not attribute it to his hand. The silver plating is more than 90 percent intact and the pearl grips are in excellent condition. Overall it is described as an exceptional Model 1 1/2 in outstanding condition.

Although filed with long guns in our catalog, this is a small-frame revolver and a Delaware buyer should expect it to be handled as a handgun at the dealer. It suits a collector of engraved American revolvers from the decade after the Civil War, and the combination of New York engraving, high silver coverage and pearl stocks makes it a cabinet piece rather than a shooter. It is sold used, in the condition stated.

Key features

• .32 rimfire, 3.5-inch barrel
• Serial 84215, early 1870s
• New York style engraving
• Silver plated, over 90 percent remaining
• Pearl grips in excellent condition

It ships to the Delaware FFL dealer you choose, where you complete Form 4473 and the background check before taking it home.