Manufactured between 1866 and 1878. Marked "AMERICAN ARMS CO. BOSTON, MASS." on the 22 caliber barrel and "WHEELER'S PAT. OCT. 31. 1865-JUNE. 19. 1866" on the 32 caliber barrel, each fitted with a silver finished brass blade sight. The sides of the silver finished frame are scroll engraved with leafy accented borders, and the back strap shows leafy designs at the butt. Fitted with a checkered hammer, spur trigger and smooth grips.

Good, with a mixed gray patina on the barrel group, showing minor pitting and handling marks. Traces of antique silver are present on the protected areas of the frame, with a deep, finely aged color on both the silver and the brass. Grips are fair as period repaired, with a section of replacement material on the left grip and scattered pressure dents. Action is very good.