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RARE MERWIN, HULBERT & CO. SINGLE ACTION POCKET ARMY .44-40 REVOLVER WITH 3 ½” BARREL C.1876-1880s
Guns International #: 101135029 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Merwin & Hulbert Revolvers - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
Seller's Information
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Seller: goodmanguns
Company: William T. Goodman
Member Since: 10/16/15
First Name: William
Last Name: Goodman
State: Montana
Zip: 59715
Country: United States
Phone: (406) 587-3131
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 48
Total Number of Listings: 3299
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: checks, cashiers/bank check, money order
Description:
RARE MERWIN, HULBERT & COMPANY SINGLE ACTION POCKET ARMY .44-40 REVOLVER WITH 3 ½” BARREL, MADE 1876-1880s. Most of these that I have seen over the years have been in much used and often abused condition, this one is in much finer condition than normally encountered. Further, it has the scarce and desirable marking on the right side of the frame, “MERWIN, HULBERT & CO. N.Y.” over “POCKET ARMY.” According to Flayderman’s Guide (unfortunately the latest edition is 11 years old now and since Norm Flayderman’s passing will probably be the last updated edition- too bad, this is still the best resource for antique firearms) this “Pocket Army” marking is worth a 20% to 40% premium. Left side of frame correctly marked for the .44-40 caliber, “CALIBRE WINCHESTER 1873.” The barrel has the usual Hopkins & Allen markings with patent dates. Nickel plated finish was standard on this model and this example shows fine nickel interspersed with fairly bright metal where the nickel has peeled- this makes it difficult to determine exactly how much nickel remains, but gives the entire handgun an even and attractive appearance. I would estimate at least half of the nickel remains and possibly a good bit more. The original hard rubber grips are excellent and all numbers match- I believe the number on the “knuckle extension” is the serial number with all other parts stamped with a matching assembly number. All screws are excellent and all markings are fine with nice aged blue on the trigger guard. This unique action revolver was considered ahead of its time and was of superb quality. By putting the hammer to half cock, the sliding latch under the frame ahead of the trigger guard could be slid forward. This released the barrel and cylinder. Turning the barrel clockwise and pulling forward ejected all cartridges simultaneously. Then, pressing the spring loaded latch on the left side of the barrel assembly allowed for the barrel and cylinder to come completely off the frame for reloading or cleaning. Truly an amazing design! These were also made in double action which are less rare and desirable than the single action variety like this one. Fine mechanically with near excellent bore, this is a really fine example of one of the more interesting high quality Old West handguns that competed with the big Colt and S&W revolvers of the day.
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: MERWIN, HULBERT & COMPANY
Model: POCKET ARMY, SINGLE ACTION
Serial Number: 5xxx
Caliber Info: .44-40
Condition: FINE+
Barrels: 3 1/2
Finish: NICKEL