Smith & Wesson Model of 91 .22RF 8"Bbl First Model Single Shot

Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: Model of 91 (First Model)
Finish: Blued frame, nickel-plated barrel
Caliber: .22 Rimfire (short/long, originally intended for .22 Long Rifle)
Action: Double Action revolver frame, but functions as single-shot due to conversion
Barrel length: 8 inches
Bore: Very Good; shows very reflective with little age-related wear and no major pitting
Grips: Checkered hard rubber, original; right panel broken at backstrap
Sights: Fixed front blade, notch rear integral to latch
MFG Date: Circa 1893–1896
Features:

Intact recoil shield and cylinder lock

Early S&W top-break design

Factory original latch and frame match (ser# 173165)

Nickel-plated 8” barrel (ser# 14817, likely a conversion barrel)