James Reid “My Friend” Knuckle Duster Revolver .22 Cal 7-Shot Antique 1870s

This particular example is mechanically incomplete and heavily worn, but retains enough identifying features, including its engraving, serial number, and distinctive form, to remain a valuable study piece or restoration candidate.
This revolver has no traditional barrel. As a face-fired cylinder design, the chambers serve as the firing path. The cylinder chambers have been abrasively cleaned, leaving behind surface pitting and bright metal. For collectors of antique American revolvers, curiosa, or early self-defense weapons, the “My Friend” stands out as a rare and instantly recognizable historical artifact.
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