The Cimarron 1851 Richards-Mason Conversion in .38 Special (MPN CA925N00) reproduces a historic cartridge conversion revolver, giving Cowboy Action competitors and nostalgic collectors an alternative to scarce, expensive originals. Cimarron finishes the 7.5-inch barrel in nickel and mounts fixed sights on a single-action frame built to feed modern .38 Special ammunition. The revolver holds 6 rounds. Among historic conversion reproductions in the revolvers category, the Richards-Mason favors collectors and competitors who want a period-correct conversion revolver without hunting down an original.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .38 Special.
• Features a 7.5-inch nickel-finished barrel.
• Reproduces the historic Richards-Mason cartridge conversion design.
• Sighted with fixed sights.
• Holds 6 rounds in a single-action cylinder.
• Overall length measures 24.75 inches.
• Operates as a traditional single-action revolver, requiring a full hammer cock for each shot.
• Loads through a side-mounted loading gate, following the original percussion-to-cartridge conversion pattern.
• Manufactured in Italy and imported by Cimarron Firearms, continuing the Uberti tradition of faithfully reproducing Old West single-action revolvers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Richards-Mason conversion? A historic design that converted percussion revolvers to fire metallic cartridges.

What cartridge does this revolver use? .38 Special, a modern, widely available round.

Buy the Cimarron 1851 Richards-Mason Conversion

A historic cartridge conversion reproduction is exactly what this Richards-Mason delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.