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At the time of this writing R.D.S. Hopkins remains unidentified; however, in the September 26, 1913 edition of the Hartford Daily Courant,
New Britain resident R.D.S. Hopkins was
reported to be preparing for a boat race against another local boat captain Charles Johnson. The newspaper noted, “Last Sunday there was a little tilt between them and Johnson won out, which resulted in the challenge for this race.”
CONDITION: Exceptionally fine as a L.D.
Nimschke masterpiece, retaining 85% plus
original blue finish with thinning to brown on
the balance and an abrasive spot visible on the
lower left barrel flat. The engraving is crisp. The
grips are very fine with a few stress lines at the
screw and a surface chip towards the bottom (right panel), otherwise attractive fiery colors. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine with much of the veneer remaining, minor handling/ storage marks and typical high spot wear on the lining. A solid representative example of L.D. Nimschke artistry worthy of any S&W or antique firearms collection.
Provenance: The Mac McCroskie Collection.
Estimate: 25,000 - 37,500
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