A .41-caliber single-shot pistol, with pivoted 2.75" round barrel. Hammer mounted on right side of frame. Trigger formed in the shape of a button located at front of the frame. Frame marked "Starr's Pat's May 10, 1864". Brass frame silver-plated. Barrel blued or silver-plated, with checkered walnut grips. Manufactured from 1864 to 1869.