Guns International #: 101621487
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Guns International #: 101621487
Category - Antique Pistols - Cartridge
- Civil War Pistols
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Seller: mrnouveau
Company: The Bunker Member Since: 10/2/12
First Name: rick
Last Name: jones
State:
Tennessee
Zip: 38501
Country: United States
Phone: (931) 303-6739
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Active Listings: 35
Total Listings: 134
Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
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About Us: We are positioned at the center of the East side of the Court House square in Cookeville TN 6 South Washington Avenue. "The Bunker" is located in Jones Antiques and has become the primary focus as we specialize in WWI & WWII Militaria, Civil War and Pre-Civil, War memorabilia. We have had amazing success in sales through "GUNS INTERNATIONAL". This is the only site we use for Internet sales and highly recommend these associates. We as sellers have choices, and for our money there is none better that "GUNS INTERNATIONAL".
Volcanic Lever Action Pistol
1854
Description: Ultra rare lever action repeating pistol in. 41 cal rim fire, forerunner to the Winchester repeating rifle. This piece is completely unmolested and totally original. The factory engraving on the frame is totally original, and the bluing of the barrel comes in at 90%+. The action is crisp and flawless and the rifling is above average and has a lot of life left in it. The serial number is low (under 2,000) and located on the right side of the trigger, which places this a very early production piece. The top flat on the barrel is stamped “Patent FEB. 14. 1854 NEW HAVEN CONN.” The initial “K” appears on the left side of the trigger which I assume is an inspector’s mark. The grips are perfectly fitted and original to the piece and in beautiful condition. This would have been “state of the art” for the mid 1850’s and was introduced just ahead of the Civil War era! Here is a brief history account of the Volcanic pistol: There was a new cartridge improvement upon the Hunt Rocket Ball with the addition of a primer. Originally using the name "Smith & Wesson Company", the name was changed to "Volcanic Repeating Arms Company" in 1855, with the addition of new investors, one of which was Oliver Winchester. The Volcanic Repeating Arms Company obtained all rights for the Volcanic designs (both rifle and pistol versions were in production by this time) as well as the ammunition, from the Smith & Wesson Company. Wesson remained as plant manager for 8 months before rejoining Smith to found the "Smith & Wesson Revolver Company" upon obtaining the licensing of the Rollin White rear loading cylinder patent. Winchester forced the insolvency of the Volcanic Arms Company in late 1856, took over ownership and moved the plant to New Haven, Connecticut, where it was reorganized as the New Haven Arms Company in April 1857. B. Tyler Henry was hired as plant superintendent when Robbins & Lawrence suffered financial difficulties and Henry left their employ. While continuing to make the Volcanic rifle and pistol, Henry began to experiment with the new rim fire ammunition, and modified the Volcanic lever action design to use it. The result was the Henry rifle. By 1866, the company once again reorganized, this time as the Winchester Repeating Arms company, and the name of Winchester became synonymous with lever action rifles. This is a rare investment opportunity in a piece of early American firearms ingenuity that does not present itself very often. If you are a well informed firearms investor you will see the potential in this fine piece. Functions perfect in every way. For payment we accept cash, checks, money orders, and all major credit cards. There will be a 3% fee with credit card purchases. Feel free to call or text me 931-303-6739. Thanks for looking. SOLD Antique: Yes Manufacturer: Volcanic Model: 1854 Bore: .41 Rimfire Metal Condition: Excellent Wood Condition: Excellent Bore Condition: Very nice Barrel Type: Hex Action: Lever Manufacture Date: 1850's Engraving: Factory |
Guns International #: 101621487
Guns International #: 101621487