Scarce Pocket Model percussion revolver manufactured by C.R. Alsop of Middletown, Connecticut. C. R. Alsop made approximately 500 revolvers in 1862 and 1863. The solid frame, spur trigger, side hammer, revolver has a blued octagon barrel and six-shot cylinder. The loading lever, frame and hammer have a case-hardened finish. The two piece walnut grips have brass screw escutcheons and an oil finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped: " C.R. ALSOP MIDDLETOWN CONN./PATENTED JULY 17. AUGUST 7. 1860 MAY 14th 1861" in two lines. The side of the cylinder is stamped “C.H. ALSOP. PATENTED/NOV.26th 1861. The serial number, "544" is stamped on the revolver butt.

Very fine. The revolver is all original and retains 70% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish. There is finish loss and light pitting on the cylinder above one chamber. The loading lever and hammer have at least 90% of the case colors. The grips are in very good condition and retain nearly all of the oil finish. The action is tight and functions well. This is a very fine example of a scarce, limited production, C.R. Alsop Pocket Model percussion revolver.