SA REVOLVER. Cal. 44 RF. S# 4214. Bbl. 7 1/2", octagon with cone-type sight. Six-shot round cyl. with a conversion plate at the breech end. Major parts have "B" or "P" inspector's initials. 2-Piece walnut grips. The left panel has a clear "RPR" cartouche. An estimated quantity of 5,800 was delivered to the US Ordnance Department in 1864–65, too late for issue during the Civil War. Nearly the entire lot was purchased by New York's arms dealer, Francis Bannerman, in 1901 and sold through their catalog. CONDITION: 25% blue in protected areas with balance fading to brown with scattered light pitting. Grips show heavy wear with dents and chips at the butt. Functioning action. Bore is generally bright, retaining strong rifling. (01-24352/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.