would like to know more info on this gun;
38 caliber 5 rounds hammerless top break
s/n: 102435
top of gun says: harrington and richardson
left hand barrel reads: 38cal s&w ctge

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There are a great many different H&R top break revolver models, but you would probably have better luck on another forum as most members here are S&W fans. In general, most H&R revolvers have little monetary value unless they are in nearly factory-new condition.

You might try googling (or binging or whatever) "H&R Automatic Ejecting 38 S&W Caliber" as these were known, and you'll get some hits on an appropriate forum. All I know is that if it has the caliber marked on the side of the barrel it should be safe for modern .38 S&W ammo if mechanically sound otherwise. I've got an older 1890's vintage H&R which is a black powder gun.