(A) ENGRAVED MERWIN & HULBERT SCOOP FLUTE OPEN TOP POCKET ARMY .44-40 REVOLVER

(A) ENGRAVED MERWIN & HULBERT SCOOP FLUTE OPEN TOP POCKET ARMY .44-40 REVOLVER This 1870s single action has the Hopkins Allen legend on left side of barrel along with "Calibre Winchester" legend on left side of frame. Early model open top scoop flute, nickel finished with case colored hammer and trigger guard and exhibits the two piece birdshead ivory grips stamped "34" inside each panel. Shows the standard skull crusher butt and has an aftermarket ring. Matching "2915" number inside grip frame, back of cylinder and barrel. Gun features the nearly full coverage engraving that features double panels. Left side is a dogs head while right side is a bird. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Overall retains about 40% nickel blending soft grey patina. The cylinder cup/ledge that attaches to barrel is repaired but still indexes and locks up fine. The grips show a toned golden hue and are free of chips. Bore is deep and well defined displaying minor abrasions. Handsome Western revolver. Name Value Barrel Length 3 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore .44-40 FFL Status Antique Manufacturer Merwin & Hulbert Model Pocket Army Serial Number 2915, Name, Value, Barrel Length, 3 - 1/4", Caliber/Bore, .44-40, FFL Status, Antique, Manufacturer, Merwin & Hulbert, Model, Pocket Army, Serial Number, 2915

Estimate:£1,889.37

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