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Also in this series were examples marked BOSTON BULL-DOG on the barrel flat. This version was virtually identical to the Iver Johnson Second Model of American Bull Dog, except for the name and different style of stock plates, which had an “I J” monogram moulded around the stock screw in place of the dog’s head. Intended as a lighter weapon, it was only made for the smaller calibres .22, .32 and .38, each of which had a different frame size.

Arrangement of the lockwork components remained much the same as on the American Bull Dog and continued to be without any means for rebounding the hammer. The system on both Bull Dog models relied upon the shooter engaging the hammer in a safety notch, which held it well back from the cartridge.

Production appears to have been between the years 1887 and 1899, although it was not listed in the catalogues of the principle Iver Johnson retailer, J. P. Lovell of Boston, until after 1890.

An illustration of the model subsequently appeared in the 1895 catalogue of Hartley & Graham, New York, and could be obtained in a variety of calibres ranging from .22 rim fire to .38 centre fire advertised at a mere $2.25. Various options of finish, such as Ivory stock plates, Pearl stock plates, or engraving, were also available.