Norwich Spur Trigger Revolver 30Rimfire Complete Specs and Full Gun Specifications

The Norwich Pistol Company was formed in 1875 by the New York sporting-goods dealers Maltby, Curtis & Co., to make cheap revolvers, roller-skates and tools. These cheap revolvers with spur trigger were known as a "Suicide Special". The Norwich Pistol Company revolvers were often manufactured by Hopkins & Allen of Norwich, Ct. or by Hood Firearms Co. This revolver is of the “spur trigger” variety that were very popular in the late 19th century. It is chambered in .32 rim fire and holds 5 cartridges. Left barrel has markings:“NORWICH ARMS CO. 32. (Left side): PATD. APR. 23, 1879."