Cimarron 1851 Richards-Mason Type II .38 Special 8in

Name: Cimarron 1851 Richards-Mason Type II .38 Special 8in
Brand: Cimarron
SKU: UCEKle9Cr
Availability: InStock

The Cimarron 1851 Richards-Mason Type II .38 Special 8in is a .38 Special single action revolvers from Cimarron. It is available from 3 vendors at $691.73 to $697.99.

From $691.73

Product Information

Name: Cimarron 1851 Richards-Mason Type II .38 Special 8in

Brand: Cimarron

Category: Single Action Revolvers

Caliber: .38 Special

Barrel Length: 8"

UPC: 814230011121

SKU: UCEKle9Cr

Description

The Cimarron 1851 Richards-Mason Type II is a single-action revolver chambered in .38 Special with an 8-inch barrel. It holds 6 rounds and uses a color case hardened frame paired with a blued finish and walnut grips. The Richards-Mason conversion configuration bridges percussion-era design with centerfire chambering.

Key Specifications

Brand: Cimarron
Model: 1851 Richards-Mason Type II
Caliber: .38 Special
Action: Single Action
Capacity: 6 rounds
Barrel Length: 8 inches
Color/Finish: Color Case Hardened frame, Blued

Detailed Features

8-inch barrel
Color case hardened frame with blued metal
Walnut grips
6-round cylinder
Richards-Mason conversion style

Complete Specifications

Caliber	.38 Special
Model	1851 Richards-Mason Type II
Barrel length	8"
Action	Single Action
Color	Color Case Hardened/Blued

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the 1851 Richards-Mason Type II?

The 1851 Richards-Mason Type II is chambered in .38 Special.

Who makes the 1851 Richards-Mason Type II?

It is made by Cimarron.

What type of firearm is the 1851 Richards-Mason Type II?

It is a single-action revolver in the Richards-Mason conversion style, which adapts a percussion-era design to centerfire chambering.

How many rounds does the 1851 Richards-Mason Type II hold?

The cylinder holds 6 rounds.

What is the barrel length of the 1851 Richards-Mason Type II?

It has an 8-inch barrel.

What finish does the 1851 Richards-Mason Type II have?

It has a color case hardened frame with blued metalwork and walnut grips.

Where can I buy the 1851 Richards-Mason Type II?

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Customers Say

AI-generated insights derived from customer reviews and discussions on popular gun-enthusiast forums.

Owners of the Cimarron Richards-Mason Type II tend to pick it up for cowboy action shooting or as a historical collector piece. The color case hardened frame is a consistent highlight, and the walnut grips are well-regarded for fit and feel. The .38 Special chambering is appreciated for being easy to source.

The 8-inch barrel suits long-range deliberate shooting but can feel unwieldy for quick draws. Trigger pull is typical for a single-action design and generally draws positive comments, though a few owners mention needing minor fitting work out of the box.

Value perception is mixed. Buyers who want a working replica of the Richards conversion style are satisfied. Those expecting tight modern tolerances sometimes find the fit and finish uneven on individual examples.