5,000 of the estimated 5,800 manufactured were produced under contract for the U.S. Government in early 1865, but they were delivered too late to see use in the Civil War. Most were sold via Bannerman's in the early 20th century. This example has standard single letter inspection marks throughout and the "RPB" inspection cartouche of Captain Robert P. Barry on the left grip. Matching serial number marked on bottom of barrel, butt, back of both grip panels, left of frame, and cylinder. The barrel has a standard silver cone front sight, and the top strap has the standard markings and the groove rear sight. Provenance: Property of a Distinguished Southern Clergyman

Fine, retaining 60% plus original blue finish with smooth brown-gray patina on the balance. Faded patterns of original case colors remain on the hammer and loading lever. The grips are also fine with a couple toe/heel chips, minor handling marks, and crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.