Manufactured c. 1873-1890, this conversion model is characterized by a 3 1/2 inch round barrel with the Hartford address, 1871 and 1872 patent dates marked frame, lack of an ejector, and lack of a barrel lug plug as the barrels were specifically manufactured for this model and not altered from percussion model surplus. The top of the barrel has the standard two-line address, previously mentioned two-line patent dates on the left of the frame, and "N" and "38 CAL" on the left of the trigger guard. The cylinder is rolled with the standard stagecoach scene. Matching serial numbers are marked on the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, cylinder ("4434"), and backstrap, and the wedge is numbered "06469". It has the standard pin front sight, hammer notch rear sight, and is fitted with a smooth, one-piece walnut grip.

Very fine, retains 85% of the untouched original nickel finish with some mild flaking concentrated on the front grip strap and trigger guard, showing the mellow, aged brass beneath. 80% of the vibrant original case colors remain on the sides of the hammer. The grip is very fine with some scattered light scratches and dings, retaining most of the original varnish. Mechanically excellent.