Manufactured circa 1868-1881. The sides of the barrel, cylinder flats and frame are engraved with New York style floral scroll and punch dot designs. The top of the back strap has a starburst and a scalloped border down the sides of the back strap. The top of the barrel rib is marked with the one line address and patent dates. The serial number is marked on the butt, and the matching assembly number (G99) is on the right toe under the grip and rear of the barrel lug. There is also a five point star on the right side of the grip frame under the grip. Gold finished frame, silver barrel and cylinder, niter blue trigger and casehardened hammer. Fitted with smooth pearl grips with gold inscription "SAM. P. SKINNER." on the rear of the left panel. Comes in a leatherette case with gold embossed "Sam. P. Skinner" on the lid and fitted interior with purple velvet lining. Numerous Samuel P. Skinners were found in this time period.

Very fine as New York engraved and plated. The revolver retains 98% original silver plating on the barrel and cylinder with some areas beginning to darkened with age. The long ago professionally reapplied gold plating on the frame is fully complete and has toned beautifully over time. The hammer shows almost all of the case colors. The grips are excellent with a couple minor handling marks. The engraving and markings are clear. The action is fine. The case is fair with the lid separated, scuffs and corner wear on the exterior and faded lining with a couple of tears and some contact wear.