The Frontier .44-40 Break revolver represents a slice of firearms history for collectors and hobbyist gunsmiths alike. Its large-frame, top-break architecture and classic .44-40 chambering make it an intriguing candidate for restoration or display, especially at an accessible price point.

FRONTIER Belgium Frontier Large Frame Top Break — a used Belgium Large Frame Top Break Frontier .44-40 44wcf double action revolver priced at $499.99 — shows the kind of honest condition that appeals to restorers. The listing notes it “needs a good cleaning and some love but could clean up nice,” with no obvious deep pitting or rust pockets. That makes it a realistic project: surface grime and light oxidation versus irreversible corrosion.

Design and Mechanical Notes

This Frontier example is a large-frame top-break double action revolver. Top-break designs hinge the barrel and cylinder downward for extraction and reloading, a system favored in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The listing specifically calls out “play in cylinder which interferes with double action” — an important mechanical point. That play can often be corrected by a competent gunsmith through timing and hand/pawl adjustments or by addressing worn pivot points. Buyers should factor potential gunsmithing into total restoration cost.

Caliber: .44-40 (44 WCF)

The .44-40 (44 WCF) was a widely used cartridge historically, known for moderate recoil and good performance in period-appropriate loads. For collectors, the caliber adds authenticity and availability of reproductions and cast or jacketed bullets for safe low-pressure practice rounds. If you plan to fire the revolver after restoration, ensure the cylinder and barrel are inspected and headspace/timing verified by a qualified armorer before shooting.

Collector Value and Purchasing Considerations

At $499.99, this Frontier offers a reasonable entry price for a project revolver with visual appeal and salvageable metal. The listing emphasizes its Belgian origins and large-frame layout — features that can enhance display value when properly restored. Because the listing notes no severe rust or pitting, careful cleaning, bluing touch-ups, and mechanical service can yield a solid collector piece.

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Whether you’re a restorer seeking a manageable project or a collector after authentic period hardware, this FRONTIER Belgium Frontier Large Frame Top Break is worth inspecting. Check current availability and purchase options through the shop page; clicking the links will take you to our product listing where you can complete the buy-through process with the retailer. Check availability

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