Smith and Wesson Model of 91 Single Shot Pistol 2nd Model 10″ .22LR
SOLD FOR: $1,101.00
LSB#: LSB251006RB010
Make: Smith and Wesson
Model: Model of 91 2nd Model
Serial Number: 4577
Year of Manufacture: 1905-1909
Caliber: .22LR cal 10 inch barrel
Action Type: Single shot, single action
Markings: The top of the ribbed barrel is marked “Smith & Wesson Springfield Mass USA” . On the right side of the frame is the S&W logo. On either side of our hard rubber grips we see the same encircled “SW” mark molded into the grips above the “PATD AUG.30.92” . The front strap of the grip frame is marked “4577” the rear of the ejector is marked with the matching serial and also the inside of the locking latch. The left side of the barrel is marked “22 Long rifle CTG”
Barrel Length: The 22 LR cal. barrel measures 10 inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight of the 22LR cal. 10 inch Barrel is a fine flared Paine Target blade. It is pinned and recessed to the tip of the rib, and is original to the pistol. The rear sight is also original to the pistol. Two flats of the notch rear sight offer a wide field of view for such a fine front blade.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips appear to be original to the piece. They show very little handling wear. There are tiny scratches visible. These target stocks are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue Steel, Case hardened hammer, trigger and trigger guard. Hard Rubber Diamond Target Stocks
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains 99%. of its finish. There is a little bit of scattered freckled blueing loss on the barrel. There are just a very few scratches on the receiver. The screw heads are sharp and smooth. The grip screws show some marks but are in fine condition. The front strap has thinned its finish. The markings are strong. Overall, this handgun rates a Fine Plus condition for being over 100 years old.
Mechanics: The action functions flawlessly. It ejects and locks up great. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: This is a four digit serial number, Second Model Single action Target pistol in Fine Plus condition. It has about 99% of its original finish. It shows a few spots of finish thinning on the barrel and thinning on the edges of the frame. A few handling marks are visible on the receiver, otherwise, relatively few marks are present. The checkered hard rubber grips extend about 7/8” below the grip frame and show handling marks and moderate wear in the checkering. The bore is bright with sharp rifling. This pistol’s promise of accuracy lures this gun writer to the range.
No Smith collection would be complete without a Model of 91. Take a closer look at this one it may be just what you need to scratch that itch. The Second Model “Model of 91” (1891) is great in all respects of the gun world. Please see our photos and look carefully. -L.S.
