Manufactured in 1876. The revolver is factory engraved with near full coverage floral scrollwork on a shaded background on the frame. The cylinder, barrel and top of the back strap are engraved to match. The top strap and hammer slot are engraved in a diamond and dot motif. A border engraving surrounds the front sight and barrel address, and the back strap has engraved entwining lines. The left side of the grip frame is marked "P" for pearl and "N" for nickel. The left side of the frame is marked "41 CAL C". The barrel and both grip panels are numbered to the gun. Both grip panels are also marked with the caliber ("41 Cal"). Comes with an added period presentation rosewood case which fits both "A" and "B" revolvers. The French fitted case has German silver furniture and blue velvet lining and also holds two boxes of Winchester .41 Long ammunition. One box is sealed, and the other box has 49 of the 50 cartridges. Provenance: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Collection

Very fine. 90% untouched original nickel remains in the frame, 70% original nickel remains on the barrel and traces of original nickel remains on the cylinder, otherwise a gun metal gray on the balance. The letters "X", "V" and "A" are hand marked on the underside of the frame. 60% original nitre blue remains on the hammer. The engraving is crisp. The grips are also very fine with a small crack near the top (right panel), otherwise attractive fiery color. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine with the exterior showing some minor handling/storage evidence and retaining most of the varnish and the lining showing moderate fading and typical high spot wear.

The accompanying factory letter addressed to collector Dr. Robert Cox lists this revolver with nickel and gold finish, .41 RF barrel (length not listed), pearl grips and factory engraving when shipped to Worton & Cooke (address unknown) as a one gun shipment on March 19, 1886. The revolver is factory engraved with near full coverage floral scrollwork on a punch dot background. The barrel and back strap are engraved to match while the cylinder has a simple engraved scroll pattern. The toe of the grip frame is marked "41 CAL." The barrel is numbered to the gun. The left side of the grip frame is marked with "P" for pearl. The right grip panel appears to be numbered to the gun (number partially illegible). An accompanying June 1972 dated letter on the letterhead of R.L. Wilson is signed by George F. Havens who states that this revolver was used by his father during 35 years with the Hartford City Police Department, circa 1890-1925. Three other included letters between Wilson and Robert Cox indicate that this revolver was once part of Cox's collection. The included period card of James R. Wasson, U.S. Army is addressed to "Gen. O.M. Watkins" and inscribed "With compliments and as a souvenir of May & June 1883" along with the signature "Jas. R. Wasson." Consignor research related to Major Wasson is also included. A 17 year old James R. Wasson enlisted in the Union Army in January 1864 and served in the 34th Iowa Volunteer Infantry until he mustered out in August 1865. After returning to Iowa, Wasson secured an academy appointment and graduated first in his West Point class of 1871. He rubbed elbows with the upper echelons of military society and had close ties to President Grant and his son Frederick. He spent substantial time in Japan advising the Japanese government and was in Japan during the Formosa Expedition of 1874. In 1876, President Grant appointed Wasson as an Army paymaster with the rank of Major. Wasson's promising military career came to a crashing halt in 1883 when he stole $24,000 from the Army to pay off gambling debt. He confessed to his crime, was sentenced to 18 months in prison, and was later pardoned by President Arthur. The trial was in May and June 1883. These dates coincide with the dates written on Wasson's included card. Wasson's connection, if any, to one or both of these revolvers remains unknown. Provenance: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Collection; Property of a Gentleman

Very fine. 75% original nickel remains on the frame, 85% original nickel remains on the barrel and strong amounts of original nickel remains in the cylinder flutes, otherwise a smooth dark patina on the balance. Traces of original nitre blue remains on the hammer and trigger. The engraving is crisp overall. The grips are excellent with fiery color. Mechanically excellent.