Hopkins and Allen was one of the most prolific makers of inexpensive revolvers in the post-Civil War era, producing revolvers under numerous trade names for the hardware store trade. The XL series were solid-frame tip-up and side-swing revolvers marketed to civilians. These secondary-market revolvers provided affordable self-defense options to working-class Americans who could not afford Colts or S&Ws. Type: Rifle Action: Falling Block Caliber: .32-20 WCF Capacity: 6 Year introduced: 1884, USA Weight: 104 oz Overall length: 43.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: civilian