US Hopkins and Allen .41 Rimfire 5 Shot XL No 6 Swing Out Cylinder ANTIQUE NO PERMIT REQUIRED

The US Hopkins and Allen .41 Rimfire 5 Shot XL No 6 is an antique revolver, notable for its swing-out cylinder design, a feature that provided faster reloading compared to earlier solid frame models. Manufactured by Hopkins & Allen, a Connecticut-based arms company active from 1868 to 1917, this firearm is chambered in .41 rimfire and holds five rounds. The “XL No 6” designation refers to the specific model within Hopkins & Allen’s XL revolver series, which was produced for civilian use in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The swing-out cylinder mechanism marks a transition from earlier pinfire and solid frame revolvers, reflecting developments in handgun technology of the period. Classified as an antique under current regulations, it does not require a permit for ownership in most jurisdictions. Due to its age and design, this item is considered a collectible and is not intended for modern, functional use.