This pistol is an example of an assembled Hopkins and Allen target pistol by The Marlin Firearms Corporation and is identical to the Hopkins and Allen target pistol that was introduced in 1913. Marlin began to assemble these pistols in 1922. Like the Hopkins & Allen pistol, it has a 10 inch barrel, wooden grips and single action. The top break mechanism and ejector system were identical to those of the Hopkins and Allen Safety Police revolver. Blue finish with casehardened hammer and trigger, adjustable rear sight, Lyman bead front sight blade and brass Hopkins and Allen monogram inserts fitted into the top of each grip. The top of the barrel is marked "The Marlin Firearms Corp. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A.". Matching serial number on the front grip strap, barrel underside and bottom of the monoblock. This serial number is probably a Hopkins and Allen number that was already stamped onto the parts when Marlin assembled the pistol. This is certainly a rare piece and most desirable item for the Marlin pistol collector.

Excellent, with approximately 95% of the original blue finish remaining with moderate thinning on the barrel sides and a smooth gray patina on the trigger guard. The pistol retains light traces of vivid case color. The grips are very good with some minor dings, dents, nicks, scratches, and some moderate varnish flaking. The markings are clear.