The included factory letter lists both revolvers in the pair and confirms the current barrel lengths, calibers, finishes, factory "Class A" engraving, black powder frames, and plain ivory grips with 150th anniversary medallions when the pair was shipped from the factory to an individual in Chester Heights, Pennsylvania, on April 18, 1997, as Custom Shop order number 170,162. The letter also lists the revolvers as being "Custom Edition Prototypes", and having shipped in a fitted oak double gun case (not included). The revolvers show no provisions for front sights on the 2 inch barrels in the classic "belly gun" style allowing for easier drawing from concealment if called upon. The engraving on both guns consists of highly attractive floral scrollwork over a punchdot background across the barrels, cylinders, frames, trigger guards, and grip straps. The two-line address is marked on the top of the barrels, with the three-line patent date on the left side of the frames. The grips are marked on the underside in black ink with the Custom Shop order number, both serial numbers ("SA65252" and "SA65253") on gun "A", and "SA65253" on gun "B" along with "0977" and "0986" respectively. Both revolvers include their original factory boxes with end labels marked to show the engraving, grips, and prototype status.

Near new in box with only minimal handling evidence. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with light storage evidence.

As described in "A". Provenance: The Charles Marx Collection

Near new in box with only minimal handling evidence. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with light storage evidence. A fantastic chance to own a factory pair of engraved prototype revolvers!