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RARE & EXC 1880s Antique Merwin & Hulbert Revolver
Guns International #: 100833905 Seller's Inventory #: 21741
Category: Merwin & Hulbert Revolvers - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
Seller's Information
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 1567
Total Number of Listings: 30377
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
RARE & EXC 1880s Antique Merwin & Hulbert Revolver
UNIQUE Folding Hammer PEARL Grips & NICKEL Finish
Here we present an antique Merwin & Hulbert Double Action Revolver, made circa the 1880s by Hopkins & Allen in Norwich, Connecticut. These revolvers are considered today to be some of the best made of the late 19th Century and the Wild West, even better in some minds than similar Colts and Smith & Wessons. These pistols certainly tended to have different, very well-though features than their competition, and they were extremely well-made.
One such feature was the method of ejection. Loading was achieved by placing the hammer at half-cock and sliding down the loading gate to single feed cartridges. If one wanted to unload the gun, they could simply push the latch back on the bottom of the gun, twist the barrel and cylinder assembly and pull forward. Only the empty brass would come out as the space created was shorter than a loaded cartridge, enabling the shooter to top of his gun and keep rounds available. An ingenious method was designed to achieve this that included a machined cut on the cylinder axis pin and a ledge on the breech face that kept the cartridge rims underneath. This system was also advantageous for forcefully removing stuck cartridges, providing lots of mechanical advantage.
This specimen is an example of a small frame variant made for carrying concealed in a pocket. The hammer is another unique feature in that it the spur is hinged, so that it offers single action shooting without being in the way to snag clothing. This piece also features gorgeous amber colored mother of pearl grips. These looks fabulous with the mirror-like nickel finish on this gun. The vivid case coloring on the hammer is the cherry on top.
The overall condition of this specimen is excellent. The nickel finish is virtually 100% and the case colors are complete and vivid. The markings are clear and legible. The grips are in fine condition. All serial numbers match. The bore is fine and the action is excellent.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. You will not find another of these in this condition! No other examples found like it worldwide.
Barrel is 2-7/8 inches in length.
Caliber: .32 Short Centerfire
Bore is in fine condition and shiny. The firearm is in excellent working order.
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1750
#21741
SOLD
Antique: Yes