Manufactured in 1880. The accompanying factory letter (photocopy) lists this revolver with a 2 1/2 inch barrel in .38 caliber and type of stocks not listed when it was shipped to Hartley & Graham, New York City on July 10, 1880. The top of the barrel is marked with the two-line address, the left side has the scarce etched panel "COLT. D.A. 38," and the left side of the frame is marked with the three line, three patent dates. Matching serial numbers are on the frame, cylinder and both grip straps.