Cimarron Firearms 1851 Richards-Mason Revolver 38 Spl, 5.5 In, Wood Grp, 6 Rnd, Fixed, Case Hardened Frame, Std Trgr CA926 814230011183

In 1871, Colt employee Charles Richards was awarded a patent for converting Colt percussion models to breech loading cartridge revolvers. The Richards cartridge conversion was an instant success. On July 2, 1872, William Mason, another Colt employee, was awarded a patent for an improvement to the Richards model. As percussion parts ran short, the 1860 Richards-Mason barrel was changed from the profile of the earlier percussion model, to the sleek profile found on the 1871-72 Open Top. Conversion models remained popular with cowboys (many originals will be found with imprints of fence staples on the butt) even after the introduction of the 1873 Colt®. This was due to the low cost of conversion models.

Action Type: Revolver|Barrel Finish: Blued|Barrel Length (in.): 5.5|Caliber/Gauge: 38 SPL|Capacity: 6 Round|Cylinder Finish: Blued|Cimarron CA926 1851 Richards-Mason Revolver 38 SPL, 5.5 in Barrel, Wood Grip, 6 Round Capacity, Fixed Sight, 42.88 oz Average Weight, Case Hardened Frame, Standard Trigger|Cimarron CA926 1851 Richards-Mason|Revolver 38 SPL, 5.5 in, Wood Grp|6 Rnd, Fixed, Case Hardened Frame, Std Trgr|Firearm Weight (oz.): 42.88|Frame Finish: Case Hardened|Frame Material: Brass|Grip Type: Wood|Gun Type: Revolver|Hammer Style: Standard|Model: CA926|Pistol Action: Single Action|Sights: Fixed|