Harrington & Richardson H&R .38 S&W 4” DA/SA Top Break Nickel Revolver, C&R

Make: Harrington & Richardson

Model: Top Break, Hammerless

Serial Number: 166160 

Year of Manufacture: 1883-1941, C&R 

Caliber: .38 S&W

Action Type: Single / Double Action 6 Shot Top Break, Hammerless Revolver

Barrel Length: 3” 

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a rounded blade that is attached to the barrel, the rear sight is a shallow V notch that is integral to the top latch.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece checkered hard rubber with smooth borders & target Logos. The grips show some minor scuffs and scratch marks. The bottom of the Left grip panel shows an indentation. These grips rate in about Fine overall condition.

Type of Finish: Nickel

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is semi-bright and the rifling is well defined. There is light to moderate erosion in the grooves. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates a 9 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 93-94% of its metal finish. There is a turn line & discolaration on the cylinder. The balance of the finish shows light to moderate wear from handling and storage. The metal shows scattered light nicks, scuffs and scratches. There is a little finish loss at the tip of the barrel & freckling on the right side; receiver & barrel.  The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in about Very Good Plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions Correctly. The cylinder locks with a little play on each chamber. We did not fire this Revolver. We have cleaned this firearm and performed a mechanic's check but expect many will want to clean the firearm again depending on their standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment: Harrington & Richardson (H&R) was a firearms manufacturer founded in 1871 by Gilbert Harrington and William Richardson in Worcester, Massachusetts, USA. Initially, the company produced various firearms, including revolvers, shotguns, and rifles, and gained a reputation for producing quality firearms at affordable prices. During World War II, H&R shifted its production to support the war effort and produced a variety of firearms for military use. After the war, the company resumed its civilian production and continued to produce firearms until it went bankrupt in 1986.

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