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Chicago Arms Co.

dwhussdwhuss Member Posts: 12 ✭✭
edited May 2008 in Ask the Experts
Got an old .32 top break with "Chicago Arm Co." stamped on the top strap. Only info I could find was a reference to Sears. Any one have any info on this company?
Dave
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    XracerXracer Member Posts: 1,990 ✭
    edited November -1
    My references say:

    CHICAGO ARMS CO. Tradename used by Fred Bifflar Company of Chicago, Illinois on revolvers made by Meridan Firearms Company.

    Chicago Arms Co. --- Manufactured by Meriden Firearms Co. Sold by Fred Bifflar Co.
    .32 S&W caliber, 5 shot double action revolver, top break
    .38 S&W caliber, 5 shot double action revolver, top break
    .38 S&W caliber, double action revolver, hammerless, top break

    Chicago Fire Arms Company Chicago, Illinois, c.1880-93. Manufactured Protector palm pistols
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