#105 • Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 Revolver - .32 Rim Fire

Part of WINTER SPORTSMAN CONSIGNMENT AUCTION MONDAY, DECEMBER 7TH 6:30PM (live auction by Edinburg Auction Sales. Inc. )

Status: Available

Category: FIREARMS

Hopkins & Allen | Ranger No. 2 | .32 Rimfire | Single-Action Revolver Description The Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 is a late-19th-century American pocket revolver manufactured by Hopkins & Allen Manufacturing Company. The Ranger series was among the company's economical small-frame revolvers and was produced alongside Hopkins & Allen's better-known XL-series handguns. The Ranger No. 2 was a compact five-shot, single-action revolver chambered in .32 rimfire. This example is marked across the top “HOPKINS & ALLEN MFG CO PAT MARCH 26, 1871.” The early patent marking and overall configuration place the revolver within Hopkins & Allen's 19th-century production period. Firearm Specs Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen Manufacturing Co. Model: Ranger No. 2 Caliber: .32 Rimfire Action: Single-Action Revolver Barrel Length: 2 5/8" Finish: Original Nickel Finish with Heavy Wear Stock/Grip: Wood Capacity: 5 Rounds Sights: Fixed Era: Late 19th Century Ignition: Rimfire Top Marking: “HOPKINS & ALLEN MFG CO PAT MARCH 26, 1871” Serial Number NSN Condition Poor condition. The revolver exhibits heavy overall finish wear, with substantial loss of the original exterior finish from age, handling, and use. The bore is heavily pitted. The hammer and trigger function mechanically. The cylinder advances and times properly when the action is operated. Overall, this is a well-worn revolver showing significant age and use while retaining mechanical operation of the primary action components. Extras & Features 19th-century American revolver Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 .32 rimfire chambering Five-shot cylinder Single-action mechanism Cylinder advances and times properly No visible serial number An original Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 representing the inexpensive American pocket revolvers widely produced during the latter part of the 19th century, with desirable period markings and clear antique character.