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Scarce Allen & Wheelock Center Hammer Lipfire Army Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military / Hand Guns - Revolvers Start Price:900.00 USD Estimated At:1,800.00 - 2,750.00 USD
Scarce Allen & Wheelock Center Hammer Lipfire Army Revolver
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Scarce Allen & Wheelock Center Hammer Lipfire Army Revolver

Also known as the 2nd Model Lipfire, this revolver was manufactured in the early 1860's with a total production of only about 250. The revolver is absent of any markings other than the serial (batch) number "45" is marked on the left side of the frame under the grip, on the loading gate, the inside of each grip panel and on the front face of the cylinder. The rear of the cylinder has notches for cartridge lips. The lipfire is sometimes confused as a conversion from percussion, but was actually manufactured before the percussion model. Brass blade front and frame notch rear sights, loading gate hinged at the bottom, narrow grip frame and fitted with two piece varnished walnut grips. Although no government contracts were given for this model it is considered a martial piece by collectors. This model was discontinued due to a successful patent infringement suit by Smith & Wesson.

Manufacture: Allen & Wheelock
Model: Center Hammer
BBL: 7 1/2 inch part octagon
Stock:
Gauge: 44 Lipfire
Finish: blue
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: NSN

Good. The metal surfaces have a smooth silver gray patina with some minor pitting on the frame ahead of the cylinder. The left barrel flat has a number of period deep scratches. The grips are fine with wear and nicks on the lower edges, "G.T.J." stamped on the left panel and minor dents and dings. The action is fine.