These Austin T. Freeman patent revolvers were manufactured by Hoard's Armory in Watertown, New York, in the final years of the Civil War. Total production is only estimated at 2,000 revolvers. None are known to have been purchased by the Federal Government. However, some may have been purchased and issued by state governments, and others were likely purchased privately. It is equipped with a small rounded blade front sight, frame groove rear sight, "FREEMAN'S PAT.DECR 9. 1862" on the right side of the sight groove and "HOARD'S ARMORY, WATERTOWN, N.Y" on the left side of the groove, and smooth grips. The matching serial number is stamped on the bottom of the barrel, loading lever, frame, right side of the grip frame, and underside of the grips. The rear of the cylinder is numbered "752," likely a factory mix up.

Fine with 40% original blue finish, subtle original case colors on the hammer, more vibrant case colors on the rear section of the loading lever, mostly smooth brown patina on the balance, two round blemishes on the left side of the barrel towards the muzzle, some light spotting, strong re-oiled finish visible on the otherwise very good grips, and mild dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.