Less than 3,000 of these desirable pistols are estimated to have been manufactured in two variations in the late 1860s to 1880. This is the second type and has small cone front sights, "FRANK WESSON WORCESTER. MASS. PT. DEC. 15/68" on the side of the barrels (the "68" is very faint at the end), the serial number on the left side of the frame, a ring hammer, and smooth grips.

Fine, retains 70% plus of the original nickel finish with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina and some light pitting or an attractively aged brass. The grips are very good, retains patches of the original varnish and showing minimal handling evidence. Mechanically excellent.