harrington and richardson 32 revolver serial numbers

From examples of the M1 V1 in my collection, your s/n in the 40K range seems to be around the middle of the range - so, I'm guessing your gun was probably made in late 1901- early '02. The 1st Variation was in production from circa 1899 to 1903. Looks like you've correctly IDed your H&R 1st MODEL Small Frame HAMMERLESS. In my opinion, it is in fair condition, see pictures the same linked gallery. The second is a top break auto ejecting revolver (not sure caliber), again with the target logo on the grip. In my opinion, it is in very good condition, see pictures in linked gallery below. 32 top break auto ejecting revolver, with the target logo on the grip. I just inherited two different H&R top break revolvers, and as it appears that Jim is the in house expert, i was wondering if you could help me more accurately identify them. Hey everyone, I just joined this forum, and already have learned a lot from reading through these threads. VALUE 100%=$225 60%=$85 For all Auto-Ejecting 2nd Models add 75% premium for 2½” barrel add 25% for 4”, 5” & 6” barrels add 15% for blue finish add 10% for 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th variations with nickel trigger guard on nickel finish pieces *Serial numbers found on the bottom side of the top strap will have letter codes with them. Second Variation one patent date marked OCT-4-1887 (year marked in full)-1890-1892* Top of barrel markings include company name and address and patent dates.įirst Variation one patent date OCT-4-87 only-1890-1892 New frame shape and new hard rubber grip panels with Target Logo, Auto-ejecting mechanism, Calibers 32 S&W, 6 shot cylinder capacity, 38 S&W caliber 5 shot cylinder capacity, nickel finish (blue optional), barrel lengths of 2½ (rare), 3¼ (standard), 4, 5 & 6 inches available, “IF THERE IS NO CALIBER MARKING ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE BARREL THEN IT WAS MANUFACTURED FOR BLACK POWDER” do not fire this revolver with any modern 32 ammo.ĪUTOMATIC EJECTING SECOND MODEL (NEW FRAME TARGET LOGO GRIPS) the 32 S&W Long had not been introduced yet and the 32 H&R Long is discontinued (about 1905). the 32 caliber marking on the boxes for this model read 32 H&R Long or 32 S&W. serial number A 5697 was manufactured in 1891. This is a second model 2nd variation (1890-1892).

Harrington and richardson 32 revolver serial numbers