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**ALL MATCHING NUMBERS INCLUDING CYLINDER**1861 FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION** American Civil War Colt New York Model 1861 Navy .36 Calibre, Cap And Ball, Single Action, Percussion, 6 Shot Revolver. Sn 22474:6 - 22474:6 The Colt Model 1861 Navy was a muzzle-loading cap & ball .36-calibre revolver used during the American Civil War. It was used as a side arm by Cavalry, Infantry, Artillery troops, and Naval forces. Pocket versions of the full size navy revolver were available in the period (see page 134 of Colt Firearms by Serven). This original, Colt New York Model 1861 Navy revolver is in very good condition with even patina throughout. It has original walnut grip, a 7 ½” octagonal barrel and measures 13 ½” overall length. The bore has staining consistent with age & well defined rifling. The cylinder is faintly stamped ‘Colt’s Patent’ & faint number ‘2301’ which dates it to the first year of production 1861. It has crisp matching serial numbers stamped on its frame, barrel block, trigger guard and butt of the brass grip frame. The brass grip frame is stamped ‘.36 Cal.’ & ‘4’ factory inspector’s marks. The top of the barrel is marked 'Address SamL Colt New York USA’. It has a captive lever ram rod, blade fore sight and ‘v’ notch hammer rear sight. The weapon cocks and dry fires crisply. The price for this first year of production M 1861 Colt NavyUS Army marked Colt Navy includes UK delivery. NB As an antique cap and ball revolver, no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. Sn 22474:6
£2,350.00
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