Manufactured in 1850-51, with a total production of around 1000, this is a scaled down version of Mass. Arms Dragoon Model revolver, and was also referred to as the "Pocket Model". The top strap is marked "MASS. ARMS CO. / CHICOPEE FALLS" and the lock is marked "WESSON'S & LEAVITT'S PATENT". The rear of the etched cylinder is marked "LEAVITT'S PATENT APRIL 29, 1837". The cylinder stop plate is marked "WESSON PATENT / AUG 28, 1849". The serial number is on the front of the frame with "258" on the barrel lug and cylinder pin. The lock, frame and hammer are broad floral scroll engraved. Blade front sight and notch rear sight, 6 round cylinder, silver plated brass trigger guard and backstrap, casehardened frame, blue barrel and cylinder, and fitted with smooth two piece walnut grips. In a partitioned wooden case lined in maroon velvet. Included are the following accessories: embossed powder flask, key, lead balls, brass loading tool and brass two cavity factory bullet mold. The mold is marked "MASS. ARMS CO / CHICOPEE FALLS".

Near excellent overall. The barrel retains approximately 60% plus of the bright original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina, with most of the finish remaining on the barrel latch. The cylinder has a smooth brown patina with most of the etching remaining. There is most of the darkened original case colors remaining on the frame. The trigger guard and backstrap retain nearly 97% silvered out original plating. The grip is excellent with the exception of some bottom edge wear and scattered minor dings. The engraving is clear. Mechanically fine. The case is very fine with some mild handling marks. The lining shows some minor wear. The accessories are very fine.