This Smith & Wesson 2nd Model American revolver dates from the early 1870s and is in very fine condition. The 7-inch barrel appears original and keeps 90 percent of its nickel, while the frame shows 40 percent. Barrel and frame numbers match; the latch does not. Grips are antique ivory, carved with indentations that give the surface texture.

The appeal is the Old West look, and it is a display and collection piece for an Illinois buyer rather than a working handgun. The nickel loss on the frame against the stronger barrel finish and the mismatched latch are noted openly so a collector knows what they are getting. Like any handgun in Illinois it transfers through a dealer to a buyer who is 21 and holds a FOID, with the 72-hour hold before pickup.

Key features

• Smith & Wesson 2nd Model American, early 1870s
• 7-inch barrel, appears original
• 90 percent nickel on barrel, 40 percent on frame
• Carved antique ivory grips
• Barrel and frame matching, latch mismatched

It ships to your chosen Illinois FFL dealer, where you show your FOID, complete Form 4473 and pick it up after the 72-hour hold.