This revolver is pictured in the book "The Story of Merwin Hulbert & Co. Firearms" by Phelps on page 11 and 46. The caption under the picture on page 11 reads "Rare First Model .44 Merwin Hulbert caliber revolver with shoulder stock. The only one known! Attractively aged, ivory grips, single action and scoop flutes." The revolver is not identified by serial number, but the pictures clearly show this revolver and stock. The top of the barrel is marked with the one-line Merwin Hulbert & Co. address and patent dates and the left side is marked with the one-line Hopkins & Allen address. The matching serial number is marked on the left side of the butt under the grip, back of the barrel lug and on the cylinder pin and rear face of the cylinder with "69" marked on heel. Integral blade front and frame notch rear sights, lanyard ring on the butt, all nickel finish with casehardened hammer and fitted with smooth ivory grips. The stock is varnished walnut with nickel plated attaching iron and buttplate. Also comes with a black leather pommel holster with brass end caps and a copy of the aforementioned book. Provenance: The Gateway Collection