Smith & Wesson Army 2 .32 S&W Revolver

Posted: 02/20/2026

Smith & Wesson Army 2 .32 S&W Revolver

The Smith & Wesson Model No. 2 Army is a 6-shot, .32-caliber rimfire revolver with a single-action tip-up action, produced from 1861 to 1874. Known for its use in the Civil War, it featured a 5 or 6-inch octagonal barrel (with rare 4-inch versions), a 15-oz weight, and a rosewood grip.

Specifications:

  • Action: Single-Action Tip-Up
  • Caliber: .32 Rimfire
  • Capacity: 6 shots
  • Barrel Lengths: 4, 5, or 6 inches (rare 8 and 10-inch versions existed)
  • Weight: ~15 oz
  • Material: Steel, with blued or nickel-plated finishes
  • Production Dates: 1861–1874