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Scarce Reid .32 Caliber My Friend Knuckle Duster Revolver

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:650.00 USD Estimated At:1,300.00 - 1,800.00 USD
Scarce Reid .32 Caliber My Friend Knuckle Duster Revolver
Manufactured from 1870 to 1882 with a total production of about 2,900 brass frame models. The left side of the top strap is marked "MY FRIEND PAT'D. DEC. 26, 1865". Five shot cylinder and the silver plated brass frame is scroll and punch dot background engraved. The frame also acts as a set of knuckles for hand fighting. The serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame and the rear cylinder face is marked with the partial serial number "80".
BBL: 1 5/8 inch cylinder
Stock:
Gauge: 32 RF
Finish: blue/silver
Grips: metal
Serial Number: 9880


Very good. The iron surfaces have a smooth brown patina. The brass has an untouched dark aged patina with traces of the original silver in protected areas. The markings and engraving remain crisp and clear. Mechanically fine.