Guns International #: 100928445
Seller's Inventory #: 5197
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Guns International #: 100928445
Category - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
- .22 Revolvers
Seller's Information
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone: 314-707-7373
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Active Listings: 1436
Total Listings: 29564
Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Payment Methods: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Antique AMERICAN STANDARD TOOL Tip-Up .22 Revolver
Description: Antique AMERICAN STANDARD TOOL Tip-Up .22 Revolver Period Copy of Smith & Wesson’s First Revolver Here we present an antique American Standard Tool Co. Tip-Up .22 Revolver, made circa 1870 in Newark, New Jersey. This small, 7 shot .22 revolver was a direct copy of the successful Smith & Wesson Model No. 1 Second Issue Revolver. While the making of the AST revolver commenced after S&W’s Rollin White patent expired in 1869, the Manhattan Firearms Mfg. Co. (the predecessor to American Standard Tool) made direct and quality copies of the S&W pistol without any regard to their patent infringement. The Manhattan Co. became part of AST in 1868 after briefly closing its doors. Interestingly, Manhattan was also famous for its virtual copies of Colt’s patents. In some ways, this is not terribly different than what goes on today in the firearms industry. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. The cylinder scene on these revolvers features settlers and Native Americans in a desperate fight. Cylinder scenes served multiple purposes at this time, primarily to make a gun difficult to forge, but certainly you can see the aesthetic value and the advertising that this one does for itself. A fascinating, if dark and gruesome, peek into mid-19th century America. The condition of this revolver is very good. The barrel retains about 10% of the original blue finish. The frame retains about the same amount of silver finish. The rest of the metal has a dark patina. The markings are clear and legible. The cylinder scene is still partially visible. The grips are in very good condition. The bore is in very good condition. The action is excellent. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 3-1/8 inches. Caliber: .22 Rimfire Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $600 #5197 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 100928445
Seller's Inventory #: 5197
Guns International #: 100928445
Seller's Inventory #: 5197