H&R Model 925 Defender .38 S&W Top-Break DA/SA Revolver, 2.5 Inch, 5-Shot
This Harrington & Richardson Model 925 Defender is a late-era U.S.-made centerfire top-break revolver chambered in .38 S&W. Notable features include its double-action/single-action operation, a compact 2.5 inch barrel, and an automatic star extractor. The revolver features a polished blue/black barrel, a bright in-the-white (unblued) cylinder, and a polished blue/black main frame with a matte gray top latch/rear sight block, and carries fixed iron sights and two-piece brown molded synthetic grip panels with an exposed backstrap. An AD serial prefix is observed, consistent with the model’s 1960s to early 1970s production period.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling - Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal surfaces show small, isolated finish blemishes from prior handling. The bore shows only light residue and has been kept well maintained.
What’s Included
- Harrington & Richardson Model 925 Defender revolver
The Model 925 Defender is a five-shot .38 S&W with a top-break, hinged frame and a large top latch. Its automatic star extractor lifts all spent cases simultaneously when opened, supporting quick and consistent unloading.
Operation is double-action/single-action with an external spurred hammer for confident cocking and control. The revolver uses fixed iron sights, combining a fixed blade front with a square-notch on the topstrap for a simple, durable sight picture.
Construction details include a polished blue/black barrel, a bright in-the-white (unblued) cylinder, and a polished blue/black main frame paired with a matte gray top latch/rear sight block. Two-piece brown molded synthetic grip panels with a square-butt, flat-bottom profile and an exposed backstrap provide a compact profile while maintaining a secure hold.
Markings are clear and correct: the barrel is marked "MODEL 925 .38 S&W" and the frame is marked "H&R INC. U.S.A." The AD serial prefix is observed. This U.S.-made Defender series revolver represents a late-era centerfire top-break configuration produced in the 1960s to early 1970s.