Revolver
Object number2011.127.86
Manufacturer
Harrington and Richardson Arms Company
Date1871-1986
OriginWorcester, MA
MediumMetal, plastic, nickel-plated steel
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionNickel-plated revolver with black trigger and black plastic grip. Image of a bull's eye on the top of each grip. Serial number scratched off butt of gun. Chamber appears to hold five bullets.Dimensions1.5 x 4.5 x 7.5 in. (3.8 x 11.4 x 19.1 cm)InscriptionsOrange tag attached that reads: "NP0447 / 6-29-05".
MarksStamped on side of barrel is: "38 S.&W CTGE."
Stamped on top of barrel is: "HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON ARMS CO / WORCESTER, MASS. U.S.A."
Historical NotesThis is a Top Break Model, possibly a Premier Auto Ejecting or a Model 925 "Defender". Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
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