While it is unknown why J.H. Dance Bros. guns were made without recoil shields, it’s likely that the rounded shields were left off to economize production. Photos of the six-guns are very rare, although the 1901 photograph of Geronimo with one evidences their presence in the Old West, despite their rarity. — All Photos of the .44 Caliber J.H. Dance Bros. Dragoon Model Courtesy Rock Island Auction Co. Unless Otherwise Noted/Imag
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