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Forehand M.1901 ''Hammerless'' Tip-Up Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:75.00 USD
Forehand M.1901 ''Hammerless'' Tip-Up Revolver
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Forehand Model 1901 Double-Action ''Hammerless'' Tip-Up Revolver, #A49, .38 CF cal., 3.25'' round barrel with blade front and notched-latch rear sights marked ''Forehand Model 1901./Hopkins & Allen Arms Co. Norwich, CT. U.S.A.'' on full-length top rib; fluted 5-shot round cylinder is marked ''9/43'' on rear face; open-top frame has large S&W-style front hinge, enclosed hammer, separate loop trigger guard, integral gripstraps, with two-piece checkered black hard rubber grips having the ''F&W/American Shield'' logo in relief at top. Mfg'd ca. early 1900s, originally with full-blued finish. Condition is very good+ retaining approx. 70% thinning dark blue with scattered light oxidation. Grips are sound showing very light wear and crisp details. Lock-up, barrel hinge and latch are tight; edges and markings are fine; action is stout and smooth; bore is bright showing overall light frosting and fine rifling. Est.: $150-$250. (C&R/PPT)