Manufactured in 1850-1851, 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 cylinder stop plate is marked "WESSON PATENT / AUG 28, 1849". The breech face is marked "166", the end of the cylinder pin and barrel lug "584" and the inside of the top strap and top of the cylinder pin are marked "6". 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.

Fine. The barrel retains approximately 20% original finish mixed with smooth grayish brown patina. The barrel latch retains approximately 85% bright original finish. The cylinder shows mostly a dull blue/brown patina finish with some flash and pin prick type pitting. The hammer and lock have a smooth brown patina, while the frame has silvered out. The backstrap and trigger guard retain 80% original silver plating with wear on the heel, toe and high edges, beginning to darken a bit with age on the backstrap. The markings and engraving are crisp and clear. The action is fine.