1860 Snub Nose Casehardened Steel .44 3" - Fluted Cylinder

Almost as soon as the .44 caliber 1860 Army revolver arrived on the scene, people were cutting the 8-inch barrel down for better concealment. These modified guns, called "belly guns" in the 19th century, were quite popular. Pictured above with the fluted cylinder - banded cylinders sold separately. A separate loading tool is included.