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Category - Merwin & Hulbert Revolvers - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge

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Merwin & Hulbert Revolvers
Antique Revolvers - Cartridge

Factory Engraved MERWIN & HULBERT .38 S&W Revolver w PERSONAL INSCRIPTION

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Factory Engraved MERWIN & HULBERT .38 S&W Revolver w PERSONAL INSCRIPTION

HAWK & RABBIT Engraved Predator/Prey Scene

Here we present an Engraved Antique Merwin & Hulbert Double Action Revolver in .38 S&W, made circa the 1880s by Hopkins & Allen in Norwich, Connecticut, Inscribed “J.S. TO T.K.H”. Only a few thousand of these revolvers were produced. 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-thought 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 off 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 one has the “birds’ head” grip that extends past the grip panels, known as some as the “skull-crusher” grip frame. That exposed little corner certainly looks rather unappealing to get smacked with. The engraving comes from the factory and features a hawk swooping down on a rabbit on the left side, with punch-dot designs throughout the rest of the gun. The top of the barrel has “J.S. TO T.K.H” engraved on it, and it looks very much like this was also from the factory. The inscription was performed by hand and consists of tiny zig-zags. A nickel finish overlays it all.

The overall condition is very good. The action is strong and tight. The bore is shiny bright. A very attractive example of a desirable Old West revolver!

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 5-1/2 inches.

Caliber: .38 S&W

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.

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$2200

#20432

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Antique: Yes