Centurian / Tharp & de la Garrigue / Mikkenger .44 Magnum, Texas, serial 106, screwless frame, superb bore

Centurian Arms / Tharp & de la Garrigue / Mikkenger Grizzly .44 Magnum. An early example of these Texas-made revolvers, serial 106 has a 7.5-inch barrel (recessed crown, solid rib, ramp front sight blade with white insert). Features include a screwless frame (screwless side plates), steel ejector rod housing, adjustable rear sight and a square trigger guard. Walnut grip panels are each hand-numbered. Weight is 3.0 pounds. No box or papers. CONDITION: The bore is superb – strong and bright. Cylinder face shows no trace of firing. Metal finish as well as grips are approximately 90 percent with scattered evidence of handling. Mechanics operate properly (hammer must be firmly cocked in order to lock the cylinder). The bottom of the trigger guard has been drilled and filled with brass (possibly for initials or possibly for a retaining stud if used as a factory show gun). The price is firm and layaway is available. $1,750 plus shipping.