Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 Revolver – .32 Rimfire, 5-Shot, 3" Barrel

For sale is an antique Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 revolver, chambered in .32 Rimfire. This 5-shot, single-action revolver features a 3-inch barrel and was manufactured between 1879 and 1900.

Key Features:
Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen Manufacturing Company
Model: Ranger No. 2
Caliber: .32 Rimfire
Capacity: 5 rounds
Barrel Length: 3 inches
Finish: Nickel-plated (finish condition varies; please refer to images)
Grips: Black hard rubber or gutta-percha
Action: Single-action, spur-trigger design
Historical Significance:
The Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 is a classic example of the late 19th-century "suicide special" revolvers—affordable, small handguns popular for personal protection. Despite their modest price, Hopkins

While not as highly valued as some contemporaneous firearms, the Ranger No. 2 holds appeal for collectors interested in representative examples of 19th-century pocket revolvers. Its value is influenced by condition, rarity, and historical interest. Given the obsolescence of .32 Rimfire ammunition, this revolver is primarily a collector's item and is not recommended for firing.

Tags: Hopkins & Allen, Ranger No. 2, .32 Rimfire Revolver, Antique Firearm, 19th Century Pocket Revolver, Spur-Trigger Revolver, Suicide Special, Collectible Handgun, Nickel-Plated Revolver, Vintage Firearm.