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Category - Colt Revolvers - Navy - Colt Revolvers - Antique Percussion

Category
Colt Revolvers - Navy
Colt Revolvers - Antique Percussion

Antique Copy of COLT Model 1861 NAVY Percussion Revolver .36 Caliber Naval Battle Cylinder Scene

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Antique Copy of COLT Model 1861 NAVY Percussion Revolver .36 Caliber

Naval Battle Cylinder Scene

Here we present an antique Copy of a Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver. The introduction of the 1861 Navy was simply an update to the very successful 1851 Navy, with the primary differences being the round barrel instead of octagonal, and the addition of the creeping style of loading lever. These updates made for a sleek package that very much resembled Colt’s crowning achievement, the 1860 Army. The 1861 Navy still retained its .36 caliber, making this the preferred firearm for many not wanting to step up to a .44 like the Army, while still sharing most of its dimensions.

The Colt Model 1861 Navy was formally adopted by the Union government and was used by both the Army and the Navy. Many of those sold to the military were never martially inspected or marked. Of course, there was a healthy commercial market for these during the war, and many soldiers privately purchased these revolvers as well. In a slightly smaller and lighter package than its 1860 Army big brother, many soldiers and cavalry preferred the Navy in .36 caliber.  Of course, these weapons continued to be used well after the Civil War, especially during Westward Expansion.

These were made in limited quantities and were numbered 1 through 38843 from what we know. This one is numbered 151003. It does have gain twist rifling like the Colts.

Overall condition is good. Plum color throughout. Battle of Campeche cylinder scene remains visible. The action is strong, but timing of indexing is slightly slow. The bore is dim with good rifling. The grip is a bit shy to the frame but solid. Numbers match except for the replacement wedge. Wedge screw also replaced. This one has what looks like a cattle brand at the top of the grip frame that looks like a “J.F.” in a circle.

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 7-1/2 inches.

Caliber: .36 Percussion

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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Antique: Yes