POTD: Less Lethal of The 1940s – H&R Model 150 Gas Cartridge Revolver

Welcome to today’s Photo of the Day! Here we have an interesting lesser-known gas cartridge revolver. This is a Harrington and Richardson Model 150 Gas Cartridge Revolver. These bad boys (or good boys) were made from 1940 to 1941. I could find very little information about them beyond general specs and what a gas cartridge revolver is. These were made for self-defense and used 38 caliber CS tear gas cartridges. The bore was made to be smaller so a normal 38 cartridge could not be fired (if it did I am sure it would be a big problem. These and other less-lethal in the United States. These had a five-round capacity, were offered in a hammered or spurless variant, and had rubber grips.

“Manufacturer: Harrington & Richardson Inc

Model: Double Action

Type: Revolver

Gauge: 38

Barrel: 2 1/2 inch round

Finish: nickel

Grip: hard rubber

“GAS CARTRIDGE ONLY” marked on left side of barrel.”

Lot 521: Harrington & Richardson Double Action Gas Cartridge Revolver. (n.d.-o). Rock Island Auction Company. photograph. Retrieved July 20, 2023, from https://www.rockislandauction.com/detail/2025/521/harrington-richardson-double-action-gas-cartridge-revolver.

Sam.S

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