Rohm RG10 .22 Short DA/SA Revolver, West German Proofed Pre-1968 Import, 3-Inch Barrel, 6-Shot
This West German Rohm RG10 stands out as a pre-1968 import with Ulm proof house markings and commercial Eagle/N nitro proofs. It is a compact, six-shot .22 Short revolver featuring matching serial numbers on the barrel, cylinder, and frame. The revolver retains its original yellow molded plastic grips with RG medallions and a black/blued finish over an alloy frame with steel barrel and cylinder.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Specific Condition Notes: There is pitting, scratching, and finish loss across the frame and barrel.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
What’s Included
- Rohm RG10 .22 Short revolver
Proofed in West Germany and imported prior to the 1968 Gun Control Act, this RG10 carries Ulm proof house antler and Eagle/N commercial nitro proofs, along with the ROHM GMBH SONTHEIM/BRZ barrel address. These markings clearly document its origin and pre-ban import status.
The revolver is built with a steel 3-inch barrel and a steel, six-shot fluted cylinder mated to a black-finished alloy frame. Its compact .22 Short chambering, solid frame, and straightforward layout reflect the model’s simple, utilitarian design.
It operates in double-action/single-action with an exposed spurred hammer. Fixed sights consist of a ramped front blade paired with a topstrap groove rear, providing a clean, snag-resistant sight picture.
The RG10 uses a solid, non-swing-out frame with a side loading gate. Spent cases are removed via a spring-loaded ejector rod housed under the barrel, preserving a minimalist and durable operating system.
Matching serial numbers on the barrel, cylinder, and frame confirm component consistency. Original yellow molded plastic grip panels with RG medallions complete the period-correct appearance.