Erl Svendsen F.A. Co. 4 ACES .22 Short Four-Barrel Pistol, Brass Frame, Brownsville, Texas–Marked, 1.75 inch Barrels
This Brownsville, Texas–marked Erl Svendsen F.A. Co. 4 ACES stands out for its compact four-barrel design, brass frame, and distinctive loading system. Chambered in .22 Short with a "Standard Velocity Only" frame marking, it features a rotating firing-pin indexing system and fixed 1.75 inch barrels arranged 2×2. Noted as rare and collectible, this U.S.-made example offers a unique configuration and period features that appeal to focused collections.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: There are scuffs, areas of pitting, and visible finish wear on exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Leather pocket holster
The 4 ACES pairs a brass frame with four fixed steel barrels in a 2×2 cluster, each measuring 1.75 inches. It is chambered in .22 Short with a 4-round capacity, and the frame carries a clear "Standard Velocity Only" marking.
Operation is single-action with an external spur hammer and no trigger guard. A rotating firing-pin indexing system selects each barrel in sequence. Sighting is straightforward with a fixed brass front bead and no rear sight.
Construction details include a brass frame and finish, black synthetic birdshead grip panels, and steel barrels. This example is specifically marked Brownsville, Texas, providing desirable locality attribution for collectors.
Loading is accomplished by pressing the underside release button to slide the barrel cluster forward, exposing the four chambers. The mechanism emphasizes simplicity and compactness while maintaining reliable indexing.
Identified as rare and collectible, this U.S.-made example combines notable markings, a distinctive four-barrel layout, and period-correct features that set it apart within .22 Short multi-barrel pocket pistols.