Manufactured in the 1890's, this example has a band of floral engraving on the barrel and additional engraving designs around the outside of the frame on the right side which is also marked "THE PROTECTOR PAT.MCH.6.83.AUG.29.93" in a circle at the center. The left side plate is checkered around the border with "CHICAGO FIRE ARMS CO. CHICAGO, ILL" in a circle at the center. The left side plate twists off to reveal the magazine which is numbered "10234", which matches the inside of the frame and side plate. The pistol has checkered hard rubber side panels and grip. Includes an Ames Sword Co. marked original factory box and parts price list.

Excellent, retains 97% plus original nickel finish with a minor visible spot of dark corrosion on the side. The grips are also excellent with minimal handling marks and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good, intact with lightly faded label and some missing side panel covering on the lid.